Cathy Engelbert — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

Serves as the Commissioner of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) since 2019.
Was the first female U.S. CEO of a Big Four firm, leading Deloitte from 2015 to 2019.
Spent 33 years with Deloitte, making partner in 1998.
During her tenure as Deloitte's CEO, the firm's revenue increased 30% to over $20 billion.
Presided over significant expansion of the WNBA, adding franchises in San Francisco, Portland, and Toronto.
Served on the Deloitte LLP board of directors.
Graduated from Lehigh University in 1986 with a degree in accounting and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Biography

Cathy Engelbert is an American administrator and businesswoman, currently serving as the Commissioner of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) since 2019. In this role, she focuses on growing the league, improving the player experience, building corporate partnerships, and preparing for the renegotiation of the WNBA's media rights.