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RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 19, 2025 — The 2025 Carolina CIO ORBIE Awards have celebrated the remarkable contributions of leading technology executives who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and significant business impact. This year, the event honored executives from renowned organizations including Lowe’s Companies, Inc., Elevance Health, Odyssey Logistics, TIAA, FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Centria Healthcare, and the Fayetteville Public Works Commission.
The ORBIE Awards, a hallmark of excellence in the technology sector, recognize CIOs who have made a profound difference within their organizations and the broader community. The awards ceremony, hosted by CharlotteCIO and TriangleCIO, chapters of the Inspire Leadership network, highlighted the vital role that technology leaders play in driving business success and fostering innovation in an increasingly competitive landscape.
As technology continues to evolve, the contributions of these CIOs are more crucial than ever, paving the way for future advancements and setting benchmarks for excellence in the industry.
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