Brumfield is set be the first female chief executive of the body in its 40-plus-year history.

Already serving as interim chief executive since early September, Brumfield has vowed to "continue to make strides in the growth of our sport" and prepare the United States for success at Paris 2024 and Los Angeles 2028.

"It became clear after a robust global search and rigorous interview process that Victoria is the dynamic leader USA triathlon needs to continue to move forward," Joel Rosinbum, USA Triathlon Board of Directors chair, said.

"She possesses all the qualities we looked for in the organization’s next CEO - collaborative, creative, forward-thinking, service-orientated, and passionate about the challenge.

"With a clear long-term vision for both the organization and the sport, a diverse skillset and unparalleled passion, and a distinct approach for uplifting and empowering our constituents, Victoria is uniquely suited to elevate both USA Triathlon and triathlon and multisport in the United States and deliver on the lofty goals set forth in USA Triathlon’s 2028 Strategic Plan."

Brumfield has already played a crucial role as an executive in the organisation, leading the Elevate 2028 strategic plan that sets the path for the governing body in the build-up to the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles.  

Brumfield has also been a staunch proponent of diversity, equality, inclusion and access during her time at the National Federation.

Before being appointed interim chief executive, Brumfield was the chief business development officer and held a role as chief of staff.  

She serves on the World Triathlon Audit Committee and was a member of the SportsBusiness Journal “Game Changers: Women in Sports Business” 2020 Class.

Brumfield boasts 20 years of experience in the endurance sports industry and was a founding member of the Virgin Sport start-up in Sir Richard Branson’s global Virgin Group.

She also served as the event director for the New York City Triathlon, IRONMAN US Championship, 2003 ITU World Cup in New York City, 2005 ITU Age Group World Championships in Hawaii and the 2004 USA Olympic trials for triathlon.

An amateur triathlete herself, Brumfield studied finance and has a Master of Business Administration degree from the NYU Stern School Of Business.

"I’m honored to lead USA Triathlon during such an important time, and I want to thank Joel, the USA Triathlon Board of Directors and members of the hiring committee for the opportunity," Brumfield said.

"Multisport is transformative, unifying and empowering, and I am proud and ready to wake up every morning and bring this sport and community to more people.

"I look forward to working closely with our constituents and team to continue to spread the virtues of our sport far and wide, serve our community in a way that enables everyone to prosper, build on the development programs for youth and junior athletes, and celebrate our sport and community every day."