Alex is not a real estate developer, and can be trusted to support the Zoning Codes that will protect our town.
DD Halpern
Council Member & Former Mayor, Juno Beach
Independent for FL-21
Meet Alex Cooke
Former Juno Beach Mayor. Finance professional. Foster parent. Independent candidate for Florida's 21st District.
WHAT RESIDENTS SAY
Voices from Juno Beach, Jupiter, and Palm Beach Gardens. Hover to pause.
Alex is not a real estate developer, and can be trusted to support the Zoning Codes that will protect our town.
He has the vision, fortitude, ethics and the financial and analytical skills needed to lead the way forward.
His integrity has never faltered, not even for an instant. He is one of the most honest men I have met.
Alex didn't just listen — he took action. He is committed to ensuring that developers can't manipulate elected officials.
The most admirable trait he demonstrates is honesty and integrity. He accepts neither donations, nor gifts.
He is a person of the highest caliber and integrity — well prepared, knowledgeable, and open to perspectives.
The Record
A life of putting people first
From Wall Street to the mayor’s office, Alex built a track record of accountability before he ever ran for Congress.
Fairfield University, B.S. Finance
Built the analytical foundation for a career in risk and capital.
Wall Street / finance career
Made high-stakes decisions with real consequences.
Founded & became CEO of Optimist Capital
A registered investment adviser serving families and institutions across the Treasure Coast.
Elected to Juno Beach Town Council (2022)
Residents sent him to local office to put the town first.
Became Mayor within a year
Elevated by his colleagues after proving he answered to residents.
Overhauled the town's zoning regulations
Protecting Juno Beach from unchecked development.
Fought the state's Live Local Act
Defending local governance against Tallahassee overreach.
Created Juno Beach's first Audit Committee
Bringing real financial accountability to town hall.
Secured a $500,000 public-benefit concession
The largest in the town's history.
Refused his mayoral salary
Public service, not personal gain.
Licensed foster parent with wife Bianca
Opening their home to children who need one.
Lives in Palm Beach Gardens
With Bianca, their two sons, and four pets.