Nominee Reception

3:30 PM - 6:30 PM McDermott

Inside Fort Bend County Emergency Operations Center

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM Fort Bend County Emergency Operations Center

National Finalist Event

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Digital Event

For nearly 25 years, the ORBIE Awards have recognized technology executives for leadership excellence. Join CIO & CISO peers from around the country to celebrate the outstanding leaders eligible to compete in the 2023 National ORBIE Awards!

Finalist Reception & Dinner

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Houston Country Club

Did you know that HoustonCIO’s members are the most interesting CIOs & CISOs in the world? Join the 2023 Houston finalists and prior ORBIE winners for a 5-course evening of laughter and entertainment, as we get to know this year’s ORBIE Awards fina

Houston ORBIE Awards

7:15 AM - 10:30 AM Marriott Marquis Houston

The ORBIE awards are the premier technology executive recognition program of its kind. Join CIO peers from around Houston to celebrate the outstanding competing in the 2023 Houston ORBIE Awards!

Leadership Unscripted: Inspiring Women

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Digital Event

Liftoff! Welcome New Members

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Brenner's on the Bayou

Join Houston peers for a celebration in YOUR honor! Hosted by the chapter officers and advisory board, this is your opportunity to learn more about HoustonCIO’s vision, meet the members, and discover how to maximize your membership. Save the date!

Converge23

10:00 AM - 9:30 PM Westin Boston Seaport

National ORBIE Awards (Virtual Access)

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Digital Event

Inside Minute Maid Park and Astros Game

3:30 PM - 9:30 PM Minute Maid Park

Join HoustonCIO member Chris Hanz of the Houston Astros to explore technologies shaping the fan experience and bringing game day to life at Minute Maid Park.

Conversations over Dinner

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM FLORA

Join HoustonCIO Programs Chair Jason Lu, CIO & CTO at CSAT Solutions, for a dinner and an engaging conversation about the practical applications of the AI revolution.

Innovation Showcase

3:00 PM - 6:00 PM The Friedkin Group

The Houston Innovation Showcase features member-invited, early-stage startups in a live, in-person, non-commercial format – specifically designed to create an efficient environment for evaluating new ideas and connecting with startups.

Leadership Unscripted: Inspiring Women

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Digital Event

Holiday Social

7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Meg Toups' Home

The holidays are the perfect time to celebrate the end of a successful year and build meaningful relationships with your fellow HoustonCIO peers.