Interview with Deborah Bennett
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Deborah Bennett, Alumni
Current Profession: CEO Orca Golf
Spotlight Segment: 05/14/2025
Deborah Bennett is the CEO and Co-Founder of ORCA GOLF, a premium, minority-owned golf brand specializing in bespoke, high-performance golf bags and accessories. Under her leadership, ORCA GOLF has grown from a bold vision into a nationally recognized brand known for its commitment to craftsmanship, customization, and inclusion within the golf industry.
With a dynamic career that spans executive leadership, entrepreneurship, and community engagement, Deborah brings a unique blend of strategic thinking, operational excellence, and purpose-driven innovation. Prior to launching ORCA GOLF, she held leadership roles in technology and business development for over 37 years, where she consistently delivered transformational growth across diverse sectors.
At ORCA GOLF, Deborah leads with integrity and a mission to elevate both the game and those who play it. She has guided the company through its foundational years and into a phase of rapid national expansion, including the onboarding of a highly experienced professional sales team and the development of a new fulfillment and manufacturing hub.
As a trailblazing female executive in a traditionally male-dominated industry, she is passionate about breaking barriers, mentoring future leaders, and ensuring that every golfer—regardless of background—feels represented and respected.
Deborah is a proud West Virginia native and an alumna of Fairmont State University and West Virginia University. Her return to the state to establish ORCA GOLF's operational headquarters reflects her deep commitment to giving back through job creation, economic revitalization, and investing in the future of her home state