Political newcomer Daniel Lurie, an heir to the Levi Strauss clothing empire, bested incumbent London Breed in this week’s elections.

Levi Strauss heir and philanthropist Daniel Lurie says he will make streets safer, help small businesses and squash the open-air drug markets that have tarnished San Francisco’s image in recent years.

Mayor London Breed acknowledged on Thursday that Daniel Lurie, a first-time candidate, would succeed her in office.