Nominations are now closed.
Thank you for nominating local CIOs who have implemented innovation, created competitive advantage, inspired teams to exceed expectations and aligned technologies to accomplish business strategy.
Finalists will be announced in January, and winners will be announced live at ChicagoCIO ORBIE Awards taking place on April 8, 2027 at Renaissance Chicago Downtown.
2027 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Events
ORBIE Leadership Reception
January 6, 2027
Northern Trust
The ORBIE Leadership Reception recognizes the 2027 ChicagoCIO ORBIE nominees - executive leaders driving innovation & transforming Chicago's leading organizations.
Finalist Reception & Dinner
March 11, 2027 / University Club of Chicago
Meet your 2027 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Finalists at the annual four-course gourmet chef’s dinner with sommelier-matched wine pairings.
ChicagoCIO ORBIE Awards
April 8, 2027 / Renaissance Chicago Downtown
The winners of the 2027 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Awards are announced live at this broadcast-quality, professionally produced awards ceremony.
2027 ChicagoCIO ORBIE Partners
ChicagoCIO ORBIE Awards Partners are trusted collaborators and supporters of ORBIE finalists who are invited experience the unique opportunity of recognizing the senior technology leadership of top organizations in Chicagoland at ORBIE Award events.