James Metzger
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James C. Metzger (born February 18, 1959) is an American businessman and philanthropist. He is the founder, chairman and chief executive officer of The Whitmore Agency, LLC a Long Island insurance brokerage and financial services firm that opened during 1989. Metzger is a former NCAA All-American college lacrosse player at Hofstra University and an multi-sport athlete at Half Hollow Hills High School East (Half Hollow Hills Central School District) in Dix Hills. His high school lacrosse jersey (#21) and university lacrosse jersey (#56) have been retired at both schools. His high school football jersey (#21) also has been retired.
James C. Metzger | |
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Born | (1959-02-18) February 18, 1959 (age 65) New York, U.S. |
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | Hofstra University |
Occupation(s) | Founder, Chairman & CEO The Whitmore Agency, LLC |
Known for | Businessman and philanthropist |
Metzger has been inducted into five athletics Halls of Fame and has had seven sports awards named in his honor. The National Football Foundation (NFF) Suffolk County Chapter and its top scholar athlete award also have been named in his honor.