It's time to give a great CIO the recognition they deserve.
The ChicagoCIO ORBIE Awards honors CIOs 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 CIO. Who will you nominate?
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 9, 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.