Hunter Whittington

Hunter Whittington is a skilled finance and economic development professional with extensive experience in supporting women entrepreneurs and facilitating funding opportunities. Currently serving as the Manager of Financial Programs at WBENC, Hunter leads initiatives aimed at enhancing access to capital for women business owners. Previous roles include Funding Specialist at Summit Design and Engineering Services, where efforts resulted in increased business development activity, and Economic Development Specialist at Beaufort County NC Economic Development, securing over $500,000 in state grants for community projects. Hunter's academic background includes a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from East Carolina University, complemented by study abroad experience at Charles University.