2023 At a Glance

January
17
Austin Member Event

Inside Dell Medical School

Shape Created with Sketch. 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM Shape Created with Sketch. Dell Medical School - Health Learning Building

February
7
National Award Event

National Finalist Event

Shape Created with Sketch. 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!

15
Austin Member Event

Strategy Discussion

Shape Created with Sketch. 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Digital Event

March
20
Austin Award Event

Nominations Open

Shape Created with Sketch. 8:00 AM - 8:15 AM Digital Event

28
Austin Member Event

Conversations over Dinner

Shape Created with Sketch. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Shape Created with Sketch. The Capital Grille - Austin

Join CentralTexasCIO Member Shivani Agarwal, VP IT Infrastructure & Enterprise Services of McLane Company, and the CentralTexasCIO Advisory Board for an interactive discussion on how to keep the workforce engaged for innovation and productivity gains.

April
No Events Scheduled
May
3
Austin Member Event

Inside Silicon Labs

Shape Created with Sketch. 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM Shape Created with Sketch. Silicon Labs

Join CentralTexasCIO member Karuna Annavajjala to explore the innovations and strategies driving Silicon Labs in helping developers bring solutions to market that transform industries, grow economies, and improve lives.

9
National Member Event

Leadership Unscripted: Inspiring Women

Shape Created with Sketch. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Digital Event

June
12
Austin Member Event

Inside Amazon Distribution

Shape Created with Sketch. 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Shape Created with Sketch. Amazon Distribution Center

Join CentralTexasCIO members inside the over 800,000-sq. ft., state-of-the-art Pflugerville Fulfillment Center with Dawn Gillis of Tavistock Freebirds, for a tour designed to illustrate the symbiosis between software and hardware Amazon has created.

28
Austin Award Event

Nominee Reception

Shape Created with Sketch. 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM Shape Created with Sketch. Q2

The Central Texas CIO Advisory board invites you to join prominent technology executives recognizing the outstanding leaders nominated for the Central Texas ORBIE Awards, and building deeper connections with CIO peers within your community.

July
25
Austin Member Event

Member Social

Shape Created with Sketch. 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Shape Created with Sketch. CRU Food & Wine Bar

Join CentralTexasCIO Chair Steve Mills, Global CIO at iHeartMedia (fmr), and members at CRU Food Wine & Bar for a chance to engage & collaborate alongside peers and build meaningful relationships.

August
7–9
National Member Event

Converge23

Shape Created with Sketch. 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM Shape Created with Sketch. Westin Boston Seaport

9
National Award Event

National ORBIE Awards (Virtual Access)

Shape Created with Sketch. 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Digital Event

29
Austin Award Event

Finalist Reception & Dinner

Shape Created with Sketch. 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Shape Created with Sketch. Austin Club

Did you know that CentralTexasCIO’s members are the most interesting CIOs in the world? Join the 2023 ORBIE finalists and prior ORBIE winners for a 4-course evening of laughter and entertainment, as we get to know this year’s ORBIE Awards finalists.

September
29
Austin Award Event

Central Texas ORBIE Awards

Shape Created with Sketch. 7:15 AM - 10:30 AM Shape Created with Sketch. JW Marriott Austin

The ORBIE awards are the premier technology executive recognition program of its kind. This event honors technology executives who demonstrate leadership excellence. Join & celebrate the outstanding competing in the 2023 Central Texas ORBIE Awards.

October
25
Austin Member Event

Innovation Showcase

Shape Created with Sketch. 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Shape Created with Sketch. 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.

31
Austin Member Event

Member Breakfast

Shape Created with Sketch. 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM Shape Created with Sketch. Texas Capital Bank

Start your day with CentralTexasCIO Advisory Board Member Arvind Rao, CIO of Digital, Consumer Banking and Wealth Management at Texas Capital Bank, for a member-hosted breakfast and engaging discussion.

November
7
National Member Event

Leadership Unscripted: Inspiring Women

Shape Created with Sketch. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Digital Event

15
Austin Member Event

Liftoff! Welcome New Members

Shape Created with Sketch. 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Shape Created with Sketch. Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar - The Domain

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

December
6
Austin Member Event

Holiday Social

Shape Created with Sketch. 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Shape Created with Sketch. Cimarron Hills Golf & Country Club

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