Dr. Kerry B. Lewis

Republican Candidate for Mayor of Daytona Beach, 2028

Born in Griffin, Georgia on June 5, 1991, Dr. Kerry B. Lewis has proudly called Daytona Beach home since the age of eight. This city has shaped his character, embraced his journey, and inspired his lifelong commitment to service. For Dr. Lewis, Daytona Beach is not just where he lives—it is the community he is determined to protect, strengthen, and lead with discipline, transparency, and conservative values.

A Life of Perspective and Service

Lewis’s journey has taken him far beyond Florida, giving him a broad perspective on leadership and responsibility. He lived in Los Angeles for six years, gaining firsthand experience in diverse industries and civic challenges. In 2022, he ran for Congress in California’s 28th District, ultimately choosing to withdraw on principle. That experience reinforced his belief in truth, accountability, and the importance of limited, responsible government. Yet through all his travels, Florida remained his true home—the place where his roots run deepest and his vision for the future is clearest.

Academic and Spiritual Foundations

Lewis earned a Master’s degree in Business and Finance, equipping him with the tools to manage complex enterprises and ensure fiscal discipline. He later completed his Doctorate in Divinity, affirming his spiritual calling and strengthening his commitment to ethical leadership. Together, these achievements reflect his conservative approach: strategic innovation guided by moral responsibility and faith.

Business Leadership

As Owner & CEO of Rover Pet Stores Inc., Lewis built a business model rooted in accountability, efficiency, and community engagement. His stores are more than retail—they are centers for education, animal care, and neighborhood connection. This experience reinforced his belief that government should operate like a well-run business: disciplined, transparent, and accountable to the people it serves.

Conservative Stewardship of the Environment

Lewis grew up surrounded by Florida’s coastal ecosystems, wetlands, and wildlife. He saw how unchecked development can erode landscapes and community identity. His environmental stewardship is rooted in conservative principles: protecting natural resources as a legacy for future generations, balancing growth with responsibility, and ensuring that development pays its own way rather than burdening taxpayers.

Political and Editorial Leadership

As founder of the Edgewater Gazette, Lewis established a trusted voice for truth and transparency. His editorial leadership emphasized fact-based journalism, accountability, and open dialogue—challenging corruption and misinformation. Whether in media or public service, Lewis has consistently stood for conservative principles of honesty, limited government, and citizen-first leadership.

Why He Is Running

Daytona Beach deserves leadership that is principled, disciplined, and rooted in conservative values. Dr. Lewis is running for Mayor to restore trust in local government, protect families, and ensure that growth strengthens rather than weakens our community. His platform is built on:

• Public Safety — Law and order as the foundation of strong neighborhoods.

• Infrastructure Readiness — Growth tied to roads, schools, and utilities, never at the expense of quality of life.

• Local Business First — Prioritizing Daytona businesses to keep jobs and opportunity here at home.

• Environmental Stewardship — Protecting beaches, waterways, and natural resources as a legacy for future generations.

• Ethical Governance — Ending favoritism, cutting reckless spending, and putting citizens before special interests.

Daytona Beach deserves a mayor who is conservative in principle, disciplined in leadership, and committed to results. Dr. Kerry B. Lewis is ready to deliver that leadership—rooted in accountability, fairness, and community strength.