Cathy Engelbert

Imagine a super-smart boss who helps big companies and sports teams do their best! That's Cathy Engelbert. She's like the captain of a giant ship, steering it to success.

She used to be in charge of a huge company called Deloitte, where she was the very first woman to be the boss! Now, she's the boss of the WNBA, the amazing women's basketball league. She's helped it become super popular and exciting for everyone to watch.

Cathy didn't just become a boss overnight! She worked super hard for 33 years at Deloitte. That's longer than you've been alive! She learned all about business and how to make things work. Then, in 2015, she became the CEO, which is like being the president of the company. She was the first woman ever to do that at a company like Deloitte! It shows that with hard work, anyone can reach the top.

When Cathy took over the WNBA in 2019, she had big ideas. She helped the league grow so much that it's more popular than ever! She even created a special 'Wubble' for players during a tricky time with the COVID-19 pandemic, so they could still play. She's also a big supporter of players using their voices to talk about important things. She's like a superhero for women's basketball!

Cathy Engelbert is recognized as one of the most powerful businesswomen in the world. That's a huge compliment! She shows everyone that women can be leaders in big companies and sports. She's a fantastic example of what you can achieve with dedication and smart thinking. She's helped make the WNBA a place where amazing athletes can shine and inspire others.