Forbes opens nominations for its annual CIO Next 2026 list

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-09-14 10:30

Forbes is now accepting nominations for its annual CIO Next 2026 list. The nomination period will remain open until October 2nd. AI

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Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Richard Nieva, Forbes Staff · 2026-09-14 10:30

Forbes CIO Next 2026: Nominations Are Open

Nominations for the annual list will be accepted through October 2.