“Games are often won or lost on the free-throw line. This isn't about slick moves or great skills. It's about practice, muscle memory, and being able to keep a cool head under pressure.”

American businesswoman, commissioner of the WNBA since 2019

Catherine M. Engelbert is an American businesswoman. She has served as commissioner of the Women's National Basketball Association since 2019, and before that she became the first woman to serve as chief executive officer of Deloitte. Her career is marked by leadership in major corporate and sports roles. At Deloitte, she broke new ground as the firm's first female CEO. In the WNBA, she oversees the league and its direction, a role that has made her a public figure beyond business.