Carl Lester Boyanton is a devoted husband of 31 years, a proud father, an Enhanced Conceal Carry holder, and a lifelong conservative who has spent his life defending the principles that make America strong: faith, family, freedom, and hard work.

Born into poverty in Memphis and raised across Mississippi, Boyanton learned early that nothing replaces personal responsibility and grit. Baptized in the Southern Baptist faith as a young boy in Picayune, he grew up in the Pearl River County public schools and worked a string of blue‑collar jobs to help his family get by. Those experiences shaped his belief that opportunity — not government — is what lifts people up.

At 17, driven by patriotism and inspired by his brother’s service in the 101st Airborne Division, Boyanton attempted to enlist in the U.S. Army. Though injuries prevented him from serving, his commitment to the nation never wavered.

He built his career the American way — from the ground up. Starting as a warehouse laborer at Charlie’s Produce, he worked his way into leadership roles and helped grow the company from a small operation into a major enterprise. Later, he returned to the Gulf South to start his own business, Farmer Fresh Produce, which grew to employ around 100 workers. Boyanton remained hands‑on every step of the way, often found on the loading docks working alongside his team.