Congratulations to the 2023 Central Texas ORBIE winners!
Leadership
Stephen Elkins
Large Enterprise
Ricardo Blanco
Enterprise
Joanne Corum
Large Corporate
Arvind Rao
Corporate
Ian Huynh
Large Enterprise Finalists
Shivani
Agarwal
Ricardo
Blanco
Amala
Duggirala
Anh
Selissen
Enterprise Finalists
Tony
Bender
John
Biegel
Joanne
Corum
Jay
Krishnamurthy
Anthony
Moisant
Billy
Runyan
Large Corporate Finalists
Harsha
Bellur
GS
Jha
Kendra
Ketchum
Arvind
Rao
Jeff
Smedley
Corporate Finalists
Ian
Huynh
Brandon
Martinez
Shane
McDaniel
Dave
Moore
Steve
Romney
Leadership Award Recipient
Stephen Elkins, City of Austin
Stephen Elkins is a dynamic technology leader with a proven track record of driving innovation and efficiency across diverse sectors. Currently holding the esteemed position of Texas Client Director at Microsoft, he continues to shape the technological landscape of the region. With his strategic vision and deep understanding of information technology, Elkins is committed to creating transformative solutions that empower businesses and communities alike. Before assuming his role at Microsoft, Stephen Elkins amassed invaluable experience during his tenure as the Chief Information Officer at the City of Austin, a position he held for an impressive decade. In this capacity, Elkins was entrusted with the oversight of the Communications and Technology Management department, where he played a pivotal role in harnessing the potential of technology to enhance performance and mitigate risks throughout the city's operations. His visionary leadership was instrumental in the development and implementation of cutting-edge information systems, enterprise architecture, security protocols, and information technology governance.