The Michigan ORBIE Awards is the premier C-suite leader recognition program in Michigan.
Nominations officially open in June for the Michigan ORBIE Awards, but even now you can nominate CIOs you know who are innovating, creating competitive advantage, inspiring others and implementing technologies to accomplish business strategy.
2026 Michigan ORBIE Events
ORBIE Leadership Reception
August 27, 2026
University of Michigan - Dearborn
The ORBIE Leadership Reception recognizes the 2026 Michigan ORBIE nominees - executive leaders driving innovation & transforming Michigan's leading organizations.
Finalist Reception & Dinner
November 5, 2026 / Detroit Athletic Club
Meet your 2026 Michigan ORBIE Finalists at the annual four-course gourmet chef’s dinner with sommelier-matched wine pairings.
Michigan ORBIE Awards
December 4, 2026 / The Henry
The winners of the 2026 Michigan ORBIE Awards are announced live at this broadcast-quality, professionally produced awards ceremony.
2026 Michigan ORBIE Partners
Michigan 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 Michigan at ORBIE Award events.