Profile Of JD DeMatteo
Description:
Mr. JD DeMatteo is an American businessman and philanthropist. A Florida resident, he resides predominantly in Connecticut and Florida.
Business:
Mr. DeMatteo succeeded Brian T. Fitzgerald as President of Case International, Inc., a company addressing security-sensitive issues for American corporations in foreign countries, and acquired the company the following year, after which it became nationally recognized for its counterterrorism and protective services programs.
Through the 90’s Mr. DeMatteo diversified company interests (Amalgamated Industries, Inc, DeMatteo Industries, LLC) to include the gaming/hospitality/resort industry, and television production. He invested extensively in the U.S., European Caribbean, Asian and Native Sovereign’s gaming and hospitality industries additionally building and operating the largest supper clubs in the U.S. (Atlantis International and Shaharazod Supper Clubs as well as numerous restaurants and theme clubs.)
DeMatteo Industries, LLC parented several subsidiaries that portfolioed high-profile acquisitions and later nationally recognized companies.
Many of Mr. DeMatteo’s business interests attained national prominence within three years of acquisition, which investments include large real-estate and developments, airport tract holdings, hospitality, gaming, medical facilities, television production, pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution, foreign development investments, Native American investments, fine arts auction houses and galleries, and data processing.
Government:
Mr. DeMatteo served as an early member of the U.S. Peace Through Strength Initiative, and in separate capacity advised members of the House of Representatives, the U.S. Senate and two seated Presidents.
Commendation/Recommendations:
Presidential Task Force – At the behest of President Geoge H. W. Bush a flag was dedicated in the Rotunda of the Capital and presented to Mr. JD DeMatteo.
United States Congressional Advisory Board 1990’s
Presidential Task Force – Life Member
State of Connecticut General Assembly – 1997
U.S. Department of Justice, United States Attorney – Commendation 1992
Vietnam Veteran Memorial Committees
American Society of Industrial Security – Chairman Terrorism Committee
Chiefs of Police Association
Tri-State Law Enforcement Council
County Detective Conference
World Trade Center Association
Netherland Antilles Holland Territory Governor’s Office
National March of Dimes 1990
Early Life:
Mr. JD DeMatteo was born in New Haven, Connecticut. He was parented by his mother, Rosemary DeMatteo of Cheshire/Southbury Connecticut. (d. 2002) He changed his name to his mother’s maiden name (DeMatteo) in his youth.
Personal:
No records of marriage or children.
Mr. DeMatteo retired at the age of 38 and has since been acquiring assets for his portfolio.
Mr. DeMatteo has maintained one of the country’s finest private art collections. He has discovered many lost old master paintings and collected Roman, Greek, and Egyptian antiquities.
His latest find resulted in a 12-year international authentication effort which culminated in the book “Study of an Old Man – A Late Rembrandt Revealed” by Dr Christopher Wright, London England. (2021)
The early passing of his life partner, Martha J Bertz M.D. (Doc Marty), deepened his efforts with her charitable passions – Doctors Without Borders, assisting working families in need and animal rights. Through her memorial, MarthaBertzMemorial.com, families are provided direct assistance as well as through financial support to charitable institutions such as St. Vincent DePaul Society, Fl.
Public Records
JD DeMatteo At Donald’s Home
JD DeMatteo At Private Residence
Inviting Guest To Meet The President
With John McCain @ a DeMatteo Restaurant
JD DeMatteo With Dr. Marty Bertz
Governor Being Honored At JD DeMatteo Supper Club
Family Moment With Pontif
JD DeMatteo Introducing Oliver North
JD DeMatteo Prior To Introducing Governor
JD DeMatteo With Dukakis At DC Airport
General Counsel Kokoska With Newton
With Sen Lieberman @ a DeMatteo Auction House