CapitalCIO ORBIE Awards
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June 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner

Nominations are now closed.

Thank you for nominating local CIOs, CISOs, and CMOs who have implemented innovation, created competitive advantage, inspired teams to exceed expectations and aligned technologies to accomplish business strategy.

Finalists will be announced in March, and winners will be announced live at Capital ORBIE Awards taking place on June 26, 2026 at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner.

2026 Capital ORBIE Events

ORBIE Leadership Reception

March 2026 / The National Press Club

The ORBIE Leadership Reception recognizes the 2026 Capital ORBIE nominees - executive leaders driving innovation & transforming Capital's leading organizations.

Finalist Reception & Dinner

May 2026 / The Army and Navy Club

Meet your 2026 Capital ORBIE Finalists at the annual four-course gourmet chef’s dinner with sommelier-matched wine pairings.

Capital ORBIE Awards

June 2026 / The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner

The winners of the 2026 Capital ORBIE Awards are announced live at this broadcast-quality, professionally produced awards ceremony.

2026 Capital ORBIE Partners

Capital 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 the Capital area at ORBIE Award events.

Give a great C-suite leader the recognition they deserve.