CapitalCMO ORBIE Awards Honor Marketing Leaders from Guidehouse, GDIT, Amtrak
Event summary
- CapitalCMO ORBIE Awards recognized CMOs from Guidehouse, GDIT, Amtrak, CrossCountry Consulting, and CWC on July 27, 2026.
- Awards categorized by company revenue size: Global ($2B+), Large Enterprise ($7B+), Enterprise ($1B+), Large Corporate ($300M+), and Corporate (up to $300M).
- Keynote delivered by Honeywell CMO Ron McMurtrie, with over 140 attendees from Capital Area organizations.
- Partners included Adobe, D.C. United, RP3 Agency, and Washington Business Journal.
The big picture
The CapitalCMO ORBIE Awards highlight the growing emphasis on marketing leadership in driving business value, particularly within large enterprises. The recognition of CMOs from diverse sectors like consulting, construction, and transportation underscores the cross-industry relevance of strategic marketing initiatives. With nearly 2,000 members across over 50 chapters, Inspire Leadership Network continues to solidify its role as a key platform for C-suite executives to connect and collaborate.
What we're watching
- Leadership Impact
- How the recognized CMOs will leverage their awards to drive further business transformation within their organizations.
- Industry Trends
- Whether the focus on marketing leadership reflects a broader shift towards data-driven, strategic marketing in large enterprises.
- Network Influence
- The pace at which CapitalCMO and Inspire Leadership Network expand their influence among C-suite executives across North America.
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