James C. Isaminger was a prominent figure in both the business and sports worlds of the Philadelphia region. He was born in 1926 and grew up in the Germantown section of Philadelphia, where he attended Germantown High School. After serving in the Navy during World War II, Isaminger earned a degree in business administration from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School in 1949.

Isaminger began his career in the insurance industry, working for the Pennsylvania Railroad and later the PMA Insurance Group. He eventually became the president and CEO of PMA in 1975, overseeing its growth into a major regional player. Isaminger retired from PMA in 1988, leaving behind a legacy of business acumen and success.

In addition to his business career, Isaminger was deeply involved in the Philadelphia sports community. He served as the president of the Philadelphia 76ers basketball team for several years in the 1980s, helping to lead the team to the playoffs multiple times. He also served as the chairman of the board of the Philadelphia Eagles football team, overseeing the team's transition to new ownership in the mid-1990s.

Isaminger was widely recognized for his contributions to both the business and sports worlds of Philadelphia. He received numerous awards and honors throughout his life, including the American Red Cross Citizen of the Year award, the Wharton School's Joseph Wharton Award, and the University of Pennsylvania's Alumni Award of Merit.

James C. Isaminger passed away in 2004 at the age of 77, leaving behind a legacy of success and service in both the business and sports communities of Philadelphia.

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