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Joseph A. Martino

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Joseph A. Martino (circa 1900–1983) was an American businessperson and administrator.[1]

Early life

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Martino was born in New York. He studied and graduated from Columbia University and Pace University in 1922.[1][2]

Career

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Martino joined NL Industries in 1916 and became the president in 1947.[1]

In 1958, he appointed a commissioner of the Port Authority by Nelson Rockefeller.[1]

As a philanthropist, in the 1950s and 1960s, he funded the construction of Lincoln Center campus. Fordham Building is named in his honor.[2]

Awards and recognition

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  • Insignis Medal (1963)[2]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d Sullivan, Ronald (1983-11-06). "JOSEPH A. MARTINO DIES AT 83; EX-NATIONAL LEAD CHAIRMAN". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2022-09-28.
  2. ^ a b c "Fordham Building to be Named for Distinguished Supporter Joseph A. Martino". Fordham Newsroom. 2015-10-14. Retrieved 2022-09-28.