Kenyatte Hassell is currently a State Representative serving Alabama State House District 78. Kenyatte is a native of Montgomery, Alabama, and a lifelong resident of Alabama’s 78th House District. Since taken office in 2021, Kenyatte has sponsored several Bills HB254 and HB250.

Prior to becoming a State Representative, Kenyatte served with the nationwide faith-based organization YoungLife for 16 years and currently serve as Montgomery’s Urban Director. In this position, he engages with the youth and their families to build authentic relationships and help them grow in their faith. In addition, Kenyatte manage Heritage Barbershop, which allows him to directly interact with community members and learn about their hopes, needs, and concerns.

Beyond his family and professional activities, Kenyatte is an accomplished campaign manager and strategist. He served as campaign manager for Kirk Hatcher for House District 78, a strategist for Kirk Hatcher for Senate District 26, and have consulted for many other successful local campaigns. Also, he serve as coordinator for the Montgomery County Democratic Conference and as a member of the Alabama State Democratic Executive Committee. Kenyatte studied Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services at Troy University.