About
GRC, Simply is a premier governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) and cybersecurity consulting firm based in Milwaukee, WI. Founded by Michelle Croak, a ten-year industry veteran with deep expertise in both first and second lines of defense, the firm specializes in demystifying complex regulatory frameworks to help businesses protect their assets and achieve their strategic objectives.
The firm partners with start-ups, small, and mid-sized companies to build, optimize, and scale right-sized GRC programs. Services include virtual CISO (vCISO) support, comprehensive risk assessments, control design, operations testing, and custom cybersecurity consulting. With expertise spanning NIST, SOC 1 & 2, PCI-DSS, and IT General Controls (ITGCs), GRC, Simply translates technical jargon into actionable business strategies.
By focusing on practical, tailored solutions rather than one-size-fits-all frameworks, GRC, Simply ensures that organizations can confidently navigate audits, automate control evidence collection, and enhance vendor oversight. The firm stands out for its collaborative approach, guiding clients from initial discovery to long-term solution implementation.
