Early Life and Family
Daniel Hunt is part of the Hunt family, whose wealth originates from oil tycoon H.L. Hunt. Lamar Hunt, Daniel's father, founded the Dallas Texans in 1959, which later became the Kansas City Chiefs. Daniel, along with his siblings, inherited ownership of the Chiefs after his father's passing in 2006.
Rise to Success and Ownership
The Kansas City Chiefs have been a successful franchise, with the Hunt family at the helm. The team has been in five of the last six Super Bowls, winning three. The Chiefs are currently valued at $6.2 billion as of August 2025. The family also owns MLS team FC Dallas, and a minority stake in the NBA's Chicago Bulls, with Daniel serving as the president of FC Dallas.
Key Business Strategies
The Hunt family's business strategy involves maintaining a successful sports franchise and diversifying their investments. Clark Hunt, Daniel's brother, is the Chairman and CEO of the Kansas City Chiefs, while Daniel is the president of FC Dallas. The team has a strong focus on community engagement through initiatives by the Hunt Family Foundation.
Philanthropy
The Hunt Family Foundation is dedicated to children's health and wellness, and supporting families in crisis.