Philadelphia ORBIE Awards 2026 Recognize Top Tech and Security Executives
Event summary
- The 2026 Philadelphia ORBIE Awards honored top CIOs and CISOs from various organizations on September 25, 2026.
- Nearly 400 guests attended the event held at Philadelphia Marriott Downtown.
- Awards were given across eight categories, recognizing leaders from sectors including healthcare, finance, and education.
- The event was hosted by PhillyCIO and PhillyCISO, chapters of the Inspire Leadership Network.
- Finalists and winners were selected through an independent peer-adjudicated process.
The big picture
The 2026 Philadelphia ORBIE Awards highlight the critical role of technology and security leadership in driving business transformation across various industries. The event underscores the growing importance of CIOs and CISOs in aligning enterprise strategy with technological innovation, particularly in sectors like healthcare and finance. The recognition of leaders from organizations with significant revenue and multi-national operations reflects the broader trend of technology-driven growth and security as a cornerstone of business resilience.
What we're watching
- Leadership Impact
- How the recognized executives will leverage their awards to drive further business transformation and industry impact.
- Industry Collaboration
- Whether the event will strengthen partnerships between technology leaders and their business partners.
- Future Awards
- The pace at which future ORBIE Awards will continue to recognize and inspire the next generation of technology and security leaders.
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