OUR TEAM

Jordan Eldridge, Principal and Founder
(408) 766-3761 Ext. 1001, jordan@eldridgepolitical.com

Jordan Eldridge has been in the political arena since he was elected and sworn in as De Anza College’s Student Trustee to the Foothill De Anza Community College District (FHDA) Board of Trustees in June of 2007. He has been fascinated with the political process, public service, and public policy since middle school, but it wasn’t until working on then-FHDA Trustee Paul Fong’s successful election to the California State Assembly when Jordan became actively involved in local politics.

Jordan has worked on dozens of campaigns, worked for two California State Assembly members and a State Representative in Massachusetts; worked for the Santa Clara Valley Water District in Local and Regional Government Relations; has worked for a labor union as an organizer; represents the Santa Clara County Democratic Party on the Executive Board of the California Democratic Party; and is a Local Board Member of the United States Selective Service System. He was also elected to serve on the governing board of the Rancho Rinconada Recreation and Park District from 2010-2013 and appointed to fill a vacancy on the same board in 2019.

Jordan received his Master of Public Administration degree from Northeastern University, was inducted into Pi Sigma Alpha – the National Political Science Honor Society, and decided to codify his experience by opening up his own political consulting firm in December 2018.

Matteo Gloria-D’Alto, Associate
(408) 766-3761 Ext. 1003, matteo@eldridgepolitical.com

Areas of Responsibility: Campaign Finance; Campaign Management and Political Consulting; Political Communication: Contributions and expenditures, regulations training, political communications; manages our campaign finance team.

Matteo Gloria-D’Alto is a San José native with immigrant family roots in the Bay Area dating to the late 1800s. He has over nine years of experience in civic engagement, education, and communications. He is passionate about building a critical perspective among the populace that will in turn help us address the important challenges facing our world.

Most recently, Matteo served as a public information and outreach specialist with Valley Water, where he led the recycled water tour program and efforts to build community acceptance of recycled water as a safe, clean, and drought-resistant water supply. He also helped expand volunteer programs and supported the popular Adopt-a-Creek Program.

As a Communication Studies lecturer at San José State University (SJSU), Matteo empowered students to develop critical thinking and public speaking skills, enabling them to effectively engage diverse audiences around important issues. While at SJSU, Matteo also built an international studies program that fostered awareness between people from different cultures and nations through the lens of communication.

At CVSan, Matteo applied his critical mindset, passion for equal access to education, and dynamic learning philosophy to build awareness and increase participation in solid waste program efforts in Castro Valley.

Over the course of his nine-plus years in civic engagement and education, Matteo spearheaded efforts to mitigate the harmful impacts of environmental degradation, global climate disruption, mental health and addiction stigma, and discrimination within the LGBTQAI+ community. 

Now, as an associate with Eldridge Political Partners, Matteo is supporting efforts to elect the next generation of progressive, critically minded community leaders.

When not immersed in civic and community engagement work, Matteo enjoys aerospace science, technological innovation, science fiction, politics, meditation, dance, climbing, and adventures with his husband of 15 years, Jerome, and their dog, Panzer.

Diego Martinez, Associate
(408) 766-3761 Ext. 1005, diego@eldridgepolitical.com

Areas of Responsibility: Campaign Management and Political Consulting; Campaign Finance: Accounts payable, expenditures and compliance.

Diego Martinez, a native of San José, CA, holds an Associates Degree in Administration of Justice from Evergreen Valley College and a Bachelors Degree in Political Science from San José State University. 

His passion for community service blossomed during a Public Policy and Law Fellowship Summer program with the office of Cindy Chavez, Santa Clara County Supervisor in 2018. Following this, Diego assumed the role of Member of the County Central Committee in Assembly District 25, Democratic Party. He played a pivotal role as Field Director for Otto Lee for Santa Clara County Supervisor 2022 and served as the campaign manager for Omar Torres's successful bid for San José City Council District 3 in 2023.

Presently, Diego serves as a committed School Board Member at Oak Grove School District in South San José, showcasing unwavering dedication to educational excellence. Beyond his civic engagements, he cherishes quality time with his 13-year-old son, maintains an active lifestyle through regular exercise, and enthusiastically explores his culinary talents during leisure hours.

Kaley Buckley, Associate
(408) 766-3761 Ext. 1004, kaley@eldridgepolitical.com

Areas of Responsibility: Campaign Finance: Contributions and compliance.

Kaley is an Associate at Eldridge Political Partners, contributing to the critical operations of our organization. Her dedication to fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring efficient processes embodies her passion for this role.

Hailing from the vibrant Bay Area, Kaley carries an innate fondness for its culture and diversity. Beyond her professional endeavors, she finds solace in leisure activities. She indulges in recreational gaming, rejuvenating hikes, and quality cinematic experiences, cherishing these moments with her husband and their three children.

Kaley is the sister of Eldridge Political Partners Principal and Founder, Jordan Eldridge

Vincent Hernandez, Associate
(408) 766-3761 Ext. 1002, vincent@eldridgepolitical.com

Areas of Responsibility: Campaign Finance; Campaign Management and Political Consulting; Reconciliations and Audits

Entering 2022, Vincent felt lost with the path he chose. Although he was pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Political Science at CSU East Bay, his lack of personal involvement in politics left him uncertain about his plan. He had a one-on-one meeting with a mentor and friend. From that, he developed a clear roadmap. In just over three months he assumed the role of Field Director for then San José District 3 City Council candidate, Omar Torres. Additionally, Vincent was brought on board as an associate at Eldridge Political Partners, contributing to campaigns statewide by offering political consulting and managing financial reports. As an associate for Eldridge Political, he realized his passion for politics and campaign management. His efforts supported numerous quality candidates in their effort to get elected. Through his experience and passion for politics, Vincent learned how to drive critically needed change for his community, as well as others.