Who is "Elijah Diaz?"
Elijah Diaz is a Brooklyn-born entrepreneur, community advocate, and recent candidate for the New York City Council representing District 45, which includes Flatbush, East Flatbush, Midwood, and surrounding neighborhoods. Raised in Flatbush, Diaz’s story reflects both the challenges and opportunities of young leadership in a diverse urban community. (DIAZ FOR CITY COUNCIL)
At just 23 years old, Elijah Diaz made history as one of the youngest major party candidates for city council in Brooklyn’s District 45. Running on the Republican and Conservative Party lines in the 2025 New York City Council election, he campaigned on a platform focused on small business support, public safety, education, and local accountability. (DIAZ FOR CITY COUNCIL)
Diaz grew up in Flatbush, attending local public schools including PS 217, IS 62, and Midwood High School before earning an athletic scholarship to Purchase College, where he studied journalism and played collegiate baseball. Early life experiences—such as being raised by a single mother while managing Type 1 diabetes—shaped his resilience and commitment to community service. (DIAZ FOR CITY COUNCIL)
While in college, Diaz discovered a passion for business. He founded and leads a marketing company called Market Magnet, through which he works with clients on branding and business growth strategies. (User-provided social media presence via Instagram indicates his entrepreneurial activity and outreach, though specific business details are best reflected in his public profiles and posts on that platform.) (Instagram)
His campaign, branded as “Leadership of the New Era,” sought to energize young voters and small business owners alike, positioning Diaz as a fresh voice against established political figures. He emphasized goals such as creating greater economic opportunities for entrepreneurs, expanding Small Business Development Centers in underserved neighborhoods, and fostering safer street policies. (DIAZ FOR CITY COUNCIL)
Though Diaz did not win the general election on November 4, 2025, he secured the Republican/Conservative nomination and drew attention for his grassroots engagement and energetic outreach efforts. (Ballotpedia)
Supporters praised his drive and empathetic approach, noting that his experiences as both a business owner and a community member gave him insights into local challenges—especially the obstacles faced by small enterprises and everyday Brooklyn residents. (VINnews)
Diaz’s campaign and public presence reflect a broader trend of young entrepreneurs stepping into civic life, seeking to bridge the worlds of business and policy. Whether through future community initiatives or another run for office, his work continues to underscore a commitment to empowering local voices and fostering economic opportunity across Brooklyn.
Published 11/2025.