Jennie Hull is a strong and empathetic nonprofit leader who serves as chief executive officer at Beyond Hunger, one of the longest operating hunger relief organizations serving the Chicago area including Oak Park and Forest Park.

In her previous role as Chief Program Officer at Nourishing Hope, which spanned eight years in total, Jennie was a guiding force as the organization evolved into a dynamic social services organization serving the whole city of Chicago. At Nourishing Hope, she led her growing team of about 30 direct reports through tumultuous times of pandemic, economic recession and social unrest — all while expanding food and social services for people in need. A licensed clinical professional counselor, Jennie launched Nourishing Hope’s mental wellness counseling program in 2017.

Jennie is a proud member of the 2024 Leadership Greater Chicago class of fellows. She earned her bachelor of science degree at Ohio State University, and her master’s degree in clinical counseling at The Chicago School.

A breast cancer survivor, she serves on the board of directors for Equal Hope, an organization dedicated to racial equity in breast cancer treatment.