South Florida ORBIE Awards Honor Tech Executives from Carrier, Cushman & Wakefield
Event summary
- 2026 South Florida ORBIE Awards recognized CIOs from Carrier Global, Cushman & Wakefield, and others for leadership in technology innovation.
- Event hosted by SouthFloridaCIO, a chapter of Inspire Leadership Network, with over 200 attendees.
- Awards categorized by company revenue, ranging from $300M to over $1.5B.
- Selection process involves peer adjudication by prior ORBIE recipients.
- Keynote delivered by Bobby George, SVP & Chief Digital Officer of Carrier Global.
The big picture
The ORBIE Awards highlight the growing importance of CIOs in shaping business strategies, particularly in sectors like real estate and manufacturing. The recognition of executives from diverse industries underscores the cross-sector influence of technology leadership. The event also emphasizes the role of peer networks like Inspire Leadership Network in fostering executive collaboration and knowledge sharing.
What we're watching
- Leadership Impact
- How the recognized CIOs will leverage their awards to drive further technological innovation within their organizations.
- Industry Collaboration
- Whether the networking opportunities at the event will lead to strategic partnerships among the attending executives.
- Regional Tech Growth
- The pace at which South Florida will solidify its position as a hub for technology leadership and innovation.
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