Alex Heckler
| Alex Heckler | |
|---|---|
| Born | Alexander Heckler New Jersey, U.S. |
| 🎓 Alma mater | University of Miami Brandeis University |
| 💼 Occupation | Attorney |
Alexander P. Heckler is an American attorney, political fundraiser and philanthropist.[1]
Early life and education[edit]
Alexander (Alex) Patrick Heckler was born in New Jersey.[2] He majored in politics at Brandeis University in Waltham, Massachusetts, where his main focus of interest was media influence on politics. He attended law school at the University of Miami.
Career[edit]
Law[edit]
In 1996, Heckler was an intern at the White House under President Bill Clinton with Press Secretary Mike McCurry. While he was studying law[when?], he was hired by the lobbying firm Verner Liipfert. He later worked for the law firms Greenberg Traurig and Shutts & Bowen[when?] for close to a decade.[3] In 2010, he founded LSN Partners, a bipartisan consulting firm, (LSN stands for Local, State, National) which has offices in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Tallahassee and Washington, D.C. Later, he also founded LSN Law, PA, specializing in land use and public procurement.[4]
Hecker said in a 2021 interview that he "has always been interested in government and politics". He also said that when interning for Senator Ted Kennedy in Boston, he answered a call from a terrified elderly woman whose heat had been turned off during a blizzard. He said, "When I called the gas company and explained the situation, her gas was turned back on immediately. We literally saved her from freezing to death." This led to his eventual focus on public service and advocacy.[5]
Political fundraising[edit]
Heckler's fundraising efforts for the Democratic Party and Democratic Party candidates began on the eve of the 2004 US elections. Since that time, Heckler has supported numerous Democratic candidates, including Senator John Kerry, President Barack Obama, President Bill Clinton, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. In 2007, he was reported to be among “the most prolific fundraisers” for Senator Kerry and listed as one of Hillary Clinton's most important “bundlers.”[6]In 2016, Heckler hosted a fundraising event for Clinton at his Miami beach home.[7]
Political leadership roles[edit]
In 2014, Heckler was named Chair of the Governor's Cabinet of the Democratic Governors Association (DGA) after serving as treasurer in 2010 and holding executive positions for five years.[8]
In 2020, Heckler was a member of Biden's national finance committee, which backed Kamala Harris as a running mate.[9] Since 2024, he has been deputy national finance chair for the Democratic National Committee and Biden Victory Fund.
Philanthropy and community service[edit]
In 2013, Heckler and his wife launched the Heckler Family/Governor Ann Richards Summer Political Internship Program at Brandeis University, awarded to a student seeking a professional career in public service.[10]
Heckler took part in the 2020 United States Conference of Mayors. [11]
In May 2023, President Joe Biden appointed Heckler to the United States Holocaust Memorial Council. Heckler sits on the executive board of Beyond Differences, a non-profit that promotes inclusivity, and the Young Presidents' Organization.[12]
Awards and recognition[edit]
Hecker was named one of the “100 Most Influential People in Florida Politics” by Influence magazine in 2021, 2022 and 2023, and one of the 500 “Most Influential Business Leaders" by Florida Trend in 2023.[13]
Personal life[edit]
Heckler is married to Tiffany Zeintz,[4] with whom he has two children. He is a resident of Miami Beach.[14] Heckler's stepfather is Franklin Sands, a former Democratic leader of the Florida House of Representatives.
Heckler is Jewish and supports pro-Israel and Zionist organizations.[14]
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ↑ "Vice Presidential Pool Reports of March 8, 2023 | The American Presidency Project". www.presidency.ucsb.edu. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
- ↑ "Tiffany Zientz, Alexander Heckler". The New York Times. 2007-06-03. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2024-02-14.
- ↑ "The Florida Power 100". City & State FL. 2022-09-19. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Cooper, Christopher. "For 2008, Candidates Need People Who Know People - WSJ". WSJ. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
- ↑ "Power Players - Alex Heckler". LSN Partners. 2021-07-01. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
- ↑ "Hillary Clinton discloses her top Florida fundraisers". Naked Politics.
- ↑ Merica, Dan (2016-04-12). "Hillary Clinton diverts from campaign trail for more fundraisers | CNN Politics". CNN. Retrieved 2024-02-14.
- ↑ "Alex Heckler takes new leadership post at DGA". Tampa Bay Times.
- ↑ "Biden faces party pressure as running mate search continues". Al Jazeera.
- ↑ "Class of 1998". Brandeis Magazine. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
- ↑ "Profile - Corporate LiveWire". www.corporatelivewire.com. Retrieved 2024-02-14.
- ↑ Schorsch, Peter (2023-05-18). "Ted Deutch, Alex Heckler appointed to U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council". Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
- ↑ Heckler, Alex. "All About Me - Alexander Heckler". Can Geo Photoclub. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
- ↑ 14.0 14.1 House, The White (2023-05-17). "President Biden Announces Key Appointments to Boards and Commissions". The White House. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
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