Events

These are our events for the 2026 program

Our event registrations are located on the AITP website

Mixers are open to CISOs, their reports, candidates, judges, sponsors, and partner leadership

February, 2026 - Program launch announcement and opening of nominations
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 5:00pm – 8:00pm First Mixer Event: Smith and Wollensky on the Chicago River 318 N State St, Chicago IL 60654
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 5:00pm – 8:00pm Second Mixer Event (Suburban Event): Gibson’s Bar & Steakhouse 5464 N River Rd, Rosemont IL 60018
Friday, July 30, 2026 - Final day for completed nominations to be submitted
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 5:00pm – 8:00pm TBD
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 5:00pm – 8:00pm - Fourth Mixer Event: Metropolitan Club, Oak Room, 67th Floor, Willis Tower 233 S Wacker Drive, Chicago IL 60606
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 7:30am – 10:00am - Award Breakfast: Metropolitan Club, Oak Room, 67th Floor, Willis Tower 233 S Wacker Drive, Chicago IL 60606

Sponsor Opportunities

For detailed information on sponsor opportunities, contact: Wayne Johnson at the email below