
— Biography
Reanetta Hunt, M.ED., CFRE
A nationally recognized strategist and changemaker, Reanetta Hunt brings decades of leadership across journalism, higher education, nonprofit advancement, and public policy. As Founder and CEO of HMMG Consulting, she has guided mission-driven organizations in strategic planning, integrated communications, and fundraising—driving transformative progress in education, equity, and systemic reform.
Her commitment is rooted in a deep belief in equitable democratic values. Reanetta has championed initiatives that drive systemic change and improve life outcomes for vulnerable populations while advancing public policy, education, and social justice efforts promoting opportunity and inclusion.
As Executive Director of a highly successful, well-established nonprofit, she secured multimillion-dollar funding to transform foster care and juvenile justice systems, earning the Angels in Adoption Award from the U.S. Congressional Coalition.
At Chicago Public Schools, Reanetta played a pivotal role in crisis communications and community engagement, launching the Children’s First Fund and raising millions to support vulnerable students. She later served as Vice President of Advancement at Chicago State University, where she led fundraising and external affairs for one of Illinois’ most impactful urban-serving institutions, advancing educational equity and access.
Her leadership also extends into media and communications, where she is known for crafting compelling narratives that drive change. A Chicago Emmy-nominated journalist and former General Manager of a television station, Reanetta has anchored and produced both television and radio news, earning national distinction as an Outstanding Broadcast Journalist. Her storytelling background strengthens her expertise in public engagement and policy advocacy.
She has served as a key strategist for state and national political campaigns, shaping communications, policy, and public affairs.
Her work as a Communications and Policy Advisor to elected leaders and as an Executive Writer to state and national officials reflects her role as a trusted voice in public service and civic innovation.
Reanetta holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and a master’s degree in education from the University of Arkansas, where she is completing her doctorate in higher education administration. She has earned advanced certifications from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government in fundraising, stewardship, and nonprofit finance and is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE).
A Diamond Life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Reanetta’s work reflects an unwavering commitment to justice, equity, and transformative leadership. She has been recognized with numerous awards and professional distinctions for excellence in public service, media, and civic leadership. Whether working across media, education, or public policy, she remains a dedicated force for meaningful, lasting change.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Association of Fundraising
Professionals (AFP)
American Marketing Association (AMA)
Association of Consultants to
Nonprofits (ACN)
Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)
Greater North Michigan Avenue Association (GMNAA)
National Association of Black
Journalists (NABJ)
Public Relations Society of
America (PRSA)
Delta Sigma Theta – Diamond Life Member
Phi Kappa Phi

AWARDS &
HONORS
ARKANSAS TRAVELER AMBASSADOR OF GOODWILL
Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe
ANGELS IN ADOPTION AWARD
United States Congress
OUTSTANDING CIVIC SERVICE
Martin Luther King Commission
Little Rock, Arkansas
OUTSTANDING BROADCAST JOURNALIST
National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)
Chicago Association of Black Journalists (CABJ)
Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute
Chicago Emmy Nominee
WHO’s WHO IN BLACK CHICAGO
Real Times Media/Chicago Defender

BOARDS &
COMMISSIONS
DuSable Museum of African American History – Board of Trustees
Greater North Michigan Avenue Association (GMNAA) – Board of Trustees
Memphis Film Tape & Music Commission *
Brown v. Board of Education 50th Anniversary Commission, IL *
Urban Gateways *