Deanna Zumwalt

Deanna is a visionary leader and staunch advocate for women’s sports, who continues to shape the landscape of Canadian soccer today. Her strong passion, strategic acumen, and dedication have propelled her to the forefront of the movement to establish a professional women’s soccer league in Canada.

Deanna’s professional journey in finance led her to Coril Holdings Ltd., a global investment company. Her rise within the organization was swift, progressing from Chief Financial Officer to Executive Vice President and ultimately President and CEO. Despite her career successes within the corridors of the corporate world, Deanna’s dedication extends beyond balance sheets; it is rooted in her commitment to fostering equitable opportunities within the realm of professional sports, particularly for young women.

As Chair of Foothills Sports & Entertainment, Deanna blends her business acumen with her passion for sports, envisioning a future where professional soccer in Canada excels with diversity and inclusivity. Under her leadership, Foothills Sports & Entertainment has become a driving force behind this vision.

The dream of establishing a women’s professional soccer league in Canada is steadily becoming a reality. As Deanna and her dedicated team of volunteers continue to break barriers, they are pioneering a movement and crafting a narrative of empowerment that will inspire lives and unite communities.  Our Time is Now!