It's time to give a great CISO the recognition they deserve.
The ChicagoCISO ORBIE Awards honors CISOs in Chicagoland who have demonstrated excellence in technology leadership. Finalists are typically recognized in multiple categories, based on the size and scope of their organization and responsibilities.
Anyone may nominate a deserving CISO. Who will you nominate?
2026 ChicagoCISO ORBIE Events
ORBIE Leadership Reception
January 2026 / Venue TBA
The ORBIE Leadership Reception recognizes the 2026 ChicagoCISO ORBIE nominees - executive leaders driving innovation & transforming Chicago's leading organizations.
Finalist Reception & Dinner
April 2026 / University Club of Chicago
Meet your 2026 ChicagoCISO ORBIE Finalists at the annual four-course gourmet chef’s dinner with sommelier-matched wine pairings.
ChicagoCISO ORBIE Awards
May 2026 / Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
The winners of the 2026 ChicagoCISO ORBIE Awards are announced live at this broadcast-quality, professionally produced awards ceremony.
2026 ChicagoCISO ORBIE Partners
ChicagoCISO 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.