NEW YORK, NY.- The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced today the election of business and civic leader Daniel Brodsky, a Trustee of the institution since 2001, as its next Chairman of the Board. Mr. Brodsky will officially assume the chairmanship on September 13, when James R. Houghton retires from the post after 13 years to become a Trustee Emeritus. “I am both proud and delighted that Dan Brodsky will succeed me as Chairman of our generous and visionary Board,” said Mr. Houghton in making the announcement. “Dan’s broad knowledge of the Museum, his record of accomplishment both at the Met and in leadership roles with other major institutions in our city, and his unique combination of wisdom, experience, and energy make him the perfect choice to assume this vast responsibility. I feel the utmost confidence in turning over the chairmanship to Dan, and know that he will enjoy, as much as I have, the privil