Alec Brook-Krasny Republican and Conservative for State Assembly
- Brighton Beach
- Coney Island
- Bay Ridge
- Sea Gate
- Dyker Heights
about alec:
Alec Brook-Krasny was born in Moscow to a shoemaker and a bookkeeper who worked at a beauty salon. He attended the Moscow Technological Institute and graduated with dual degrees in Engineering and Economics.
Arriving in Brooklyn, where he already had relatives. Alec, who spoke only twenty-one words of English, became a stock person at an East Village shoe store in Manhattan. As his English skills improved, he was promoted and became a manager.
A Born Entreprenur
While looking for a location for his daughter’s first birthday party, Alec saw the need for venues that would make it easy on parents and fun for kids. With several childhood friends as investors, he converted an old beer warehouse on Neptune Avenue into a community, entertainment, and educational center called Fun-O-Rama.
Fun-O-Rama became instantaneously popular and profitable. Its success and sense of community captured the attention of industry experts, and in 1997, Alec was named “Entrepreneur of the Year” by Leisure and Entertainment magazine.
Civic Leader
Alec Brook-Krasny became acquainted with Councilman Howard Lasher and Assemblyman Jules Polonetsky, who appointed him to Community Board 13. Two years later Alec’s hard work and leadership were recognized by his colleagues who elected him the treasurer of the community board.
In 2000, he was running for New York State Assembly and set up a record for write-in votes in the City of New York.
In 2001, Alec ran for New York City Council. Though he didn’t win, he did become close friends with his opponent Councilman Domenic M. Recchia, showing grace even in defeat. With public service still a strong desire, he founded the Council of Jewish Émigré Community Organizations, an organization that provided programs for youth, seniors, and community groups. COJECO worked closely with some larger institutions, including JCRC, NYANA, FEGS, 92nd Street Y, and many others. Alec’s leadership shined again and for two years in a row, COJECO was named one of the top fifty most innovative non-profit organizations in North America.
