Background
Katz, Harold was born on May 5, 1937 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of David and Sophie (Beck) Katz.
Professional basketball team executive
Katz, Harold was born on May 5, 1937 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of David and Sophie (Beck) Katz.
Graduated from the high school.
Founder weight loss center, Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, 1972; past Chairman of the Board, Nutri/System, Inc., Willow Grove, Pennsylvania also acquired, Fox Morris Personnel Cons. owner, Philadelphia 76'ers, since 1981; also president, Philadelphia 76'ers (National Basketball Association).
Board directors, honorary chairman March of Dimes. Active fund-raising Cystic Fibrosis of Philadelphia. Board directors American Committee Shaare Zedek Hospital, Jerusalem, Lupas Foundation Delaware Valley Inc.
Member International Franchise Association Clubs: Golden Slipper, B'nai Brith (board directors youth organization), Jewish Basketball League.
Children: Marlene, Diane, David.