With less than a month to go until the 2025 Women in GRC Awards, anticipation is high here at CoreStream GRC. As proud sponsors and shortlisted for 5 awards, we’re thrilled to be part of this empowering celebration of the women leading the way in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC).
Recently, our Head of Marketing, Lucy Montague, sat down with Rachel Jones from Women in GRC to talk about why this partnership matters so much to us.
It all began at #Risk London 2024, when Lucy attended a powerful panel featuring last year’s award winners, including Sophie Walsh, Lauren de Thibault, Rajitha Prabhakaran and Kathryn Hollingworth. Topics included imposter syndrome, mentorship and L&D. She described the panel as “essentially a call to action” that inspired us to take a more active role in supporting women in GRC.
“They were talking about being an advocate for change and speaking up,” Lucy explained. “It was essentially a call to action for me to find you and say, ‘Right, we want to do more.’”
Taking action, together
Lucy highlighted how seamlessly this vision was embraced by the CoreStream GRC exec team:
“Everyone was on board straightaway. There was no need to convince—it just made sense.”
As we continue our strategic partnership with Women in GRC, we’re inspired by the conversations it sparks, not just about awards, but also about how to empower women in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) every day.
For example, we marked International Women’s Day with a special luncheon and an informal social event, creating spaces for open conversation and celebration.
At CoreStream GRC, we also know that flexibility is a key part of creating an inclusive workplace. Lucy shared how our culture supports balance:
“Flexible working isn’t just a policy here, it’s part of how we operate. It’s about giving people the space to thrive, whether that’s working from home or adjusting hours around family life. That’s a big part of why women, and everyone, really can see a future for themselves here.”
A fifth of women say that flexible working is helping them stay in their jobs according to the World Economic Forum.
A night to remember: the awards ceremony
With the awards ceremony fast approaching, we’re counting down the days until our table of 12, including our shortlisted colleagues, partners, and clients, comes together to celebrate. For us, it’s not just about the night itself:
“It’s about taking that energy and excitement and bringing it into our day-to-day work, so women feel supported and recognized every day, not just once a year.”
Watch the conversation: exclusive webinar
Want to learn more about how we’re preparing for this special night? Watch the full conversation between Lucy Montague and Rachel Jones in our exclusive webinar.
Join us at the Women in GRC awards ceremony
We’re proud of our shortlisted colleagues and can’t wait to cheer them on at the Women in GRC Awards. If you’d like to join us at the awards dinner, contact us to secure a seat at our table, it’s going to be a night to remember!
About CoreStream GRC
The intuitive, flexible GRC platform that delivers efficiency and value – your way.
Driven by the belief that technology should be an enabler, not a barrier, we created the CoreStream GRC platform: a flexible, no-code solution that empowers organizations to design their perfect GRC system with our expert team.
You tell us what you need, and we deliver it, quickly and without unnecessary complexity.
Using pre-built, customizable features, it’s as intuitive and versatile as building with Lego bricks – the solutions are limitless.
With seamless scalability, an intuitive interface, and rapid implementation, CoreStream GRC turns GRC from an administrative burden into a powerful enabler for your business.
Trusted by leading organizations like the BBC, Deloitte, NHS, PwC Middle East and Shell Energy, CoreStream GRC consistently delivers real, measurable value for all your risk and compliance management needs.
About Women in GRC
The Women in GRC Awards celebrates the leadership, influence, and achievements of women across the GRC sectors. As a dynamic platform, the awards not only recognize outstanding contributions but also empower women and inspire the next generation of leaders. Now in its fourth edition, the awards aim to foster diversity and inclusion, helping women break barriers and thrive at all stages of their careers.
FAQ
CoreStream GRC partnered with the Women in GRC Awards to champion diversity, inclusion, and representation in governance, risk, and compliance. The partnership aligns with CoreStream GRC’s values of empowerment and allyship, creating a platform to celebrate women who are redefining leadership in the GRC space. By supporting the Awards, CoreStream GRC helps amplify the voices of women driving innovation and integrity across industries.
The partnership reflects CoreStream GRC’s belief that advocacy should be backed by action. As Lucy Montague, Head of Marketing at CoreStream GRC, shared, the initiative was embraced company-wide because it resonated with their inclusive culture. CoreStream GRC promotes flexibility, equality, and community—ensuring that employees, particularly women, feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive at every stage of their careers.
CoreStream GRC is both a proud sponsor and a finalist across multiple categories at the Women in GRC Awards. Beyond the awards night itself, CoreStream GRC actively contributes to discussions and initiatives that inspire women in governance and risk roles to step into leadership and advocate for one another. The company’s involvement demonstrates its commitment to advancing equality and celebrating impact within the GRC industry.
CoreStream GRC recognizes that while women make up 50% of entry-level roles in GRC, representation at senior levels remains disproportionately low. Supporting women in GRC is about changing that reality—creating opportunities for mentorship, leadership, and visibility. Through its partnership with the Women in GRC Awards and ongoing internal initiatives, CoreStream GRC fosters an environment where women’s contributions are recognized, and their voices shape the future of compliance and governance.
