
We are thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the Diligent Modern Governance 100 Awards. The MG100 Awards, as they're commonly known, is a prestigious recognition program celebrating the exceptional contributions of governance, risk, audit and compliance professionals around the world. This is your opportunity to shine a spotlight on the leaders who are not only excelling in their fields but also driving significant change within their organizations.
The MG100 Awards honor individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership and innovation, improve internal processes to support their organization's mission, and excel in overcoming both significant and routine challenges. By nominating someone, you are acknowledging their hard work and dedication, which often go unnoticed in the hustle of daily business operations.
Each nomination plays a crucial role in shaping the future of governance by recognizing and promoting the best in governance, risk and compliance (GRC) leadership. By participating, you contribute to a culture of excellence and innovation that benefits everyone.
We have a diverse range of categories that reflect the multifaceted roles within governance and leadership:
Each category is designed to recognize the unique achievements of professionals in different sectors of governance, ensuring that every aspect of modern leadership is celebrated.

Nominating a deserving individual is simple. Visit our nomination page before 12 July 2024 and fill out the form with your details and those of your nominee. You will need to provide some additional information about the nominee, including a brief explanation of why this person deserves to be recognized.
The MG100 Awards winners will be announced at Elevate 2024 (formerly Modern Governance Summit) in Houston, September 8-11. This year’s event features inspiring speakers and industry experts including our keynote speaker, Erin Brockovich, one of the most influential voices in activism and law. Register today to secure your spot at Elevate 2024.
As we open the floor for new nominations, let's also take a moment to celebrate the achievements of last year's winners. These trailblazers have set new standards in governance and leadership, inspiring all of us to strive for excellence. Their stories of innovation and dedication remind us of the impact thoughtful leadership can have on our organizations and communities.
An individual championing the ability for board members and executives to collaborate quickly and securely to get things done effectively and to move at the speed of the business.
An individual working tirelessly to create an integrated view of audit to monitor and mitigate risks so that leaders can focus on achieving success.
A forward-thinker putting initiatives in place to measure and report on ESG in a meaningful way, helping their organization to do better and to hold it accountable to stakeholders, communities and the planet.
An individual evolving a compliance department to stay on top of ever-changing regulations, ensuring the organization can stay compliant externally while building a culture of ethics internally.
A bold leader creating an integrated view of audit to monitor and mitigate risks, including cybersecurity, so that leaders can focus on achieving success, rather than focusing only on avoiding disaster.
A nonprofit, school board, or mission-driven organization leader who has shown commitment to transformation that increases transparency, streamlines processes, and empowers leaders in their organization to shape a better future.
Don't miss this opportunity to recognize the unsung heroes in your organization. Nominate someone today and let their hard work and dedication be celebrated on a global stage.
Nominate now and be a part of the movement that celebrates excellence in governance, risk, audit and compliance.
Enter your nomination here, and let's celebrate those who lead with integrity, innovate with passion and inspire with their dedication.