History of Cathy Engelbert in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 15, 2025

Cathy Engelbert is an American businesswoman notable for being the commissioner of the WNBA since 2019. Prior to this role, she spent 33 years at Deloitte, culminating in her position as the company's first female CEO from 2015 to 2019. Her career highlights her leadership in both the corporate world and professional sports.

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November 14, 1964: Catherine Engelbert's Birth

On November 14, 1964, Catherine M. Engelbert was born. She would later become a businesswoman and the commissioner of the WNBA.

1986: Graduation from Lehigh University

In 1986, Cathy Engelbert graduated from Lehigh University with a degree in accounting. She also tried out for the basketball team and became a team captain, as well as a captain of the lacrosse team.

1986: Joins Deloitte

In 1986, Cathy Engelbert joined Deloitte, where she would work until 2019.

1993: Inducted into Collingswood Athletic Hall of Fame

In 1993, Cathy Engelbert was inducted into the Collingswood Athletic Hall of Fame.

1998: Named Partner at Deloitte

In 1998, Cathy Engelbert was named a partner at Deloitte.

March 2015: Appointed CEO of Deloitte

In March 2015, Cathy Engelbert was appointed the CEO of Deloitte. Prior to this, she was the chairman and CEO of Deloitte & Touche LLP.

2015: Named Deloitte CEO

In 2015, Cathy Engelbert became the first female CEO of Deloitte, a position she held until 2019.

May 15, 2019: Named WNBA Commissioner

On May 15, 2019, Cathy Engelbert was named the first commissioner of the WNBA.

July 17, 2019: Assumes Role as WNBA Commissioner

On July 17, 2019, Cathy Engelbert officially assumed her new role as the commissioner of the WNBA.

2019: Becomes WNBA Commissioner

In 2019, Cathy Engelbert became the commissioner of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). Prior to this, she had been with Deloitte for 33 years.