Sonny Medina, Shrm Scp, Ma
About Sonny Medina, Shrm Scp, Ma
Sonny Medina is a Human Resources Manager at Onit, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in the United States Marine Corps and has implemented significant HR initiatives that improved employee integration and engagement.
Work at Onit
Sonny Medina has served as the Human Resources Manager at Onit since 2018. In this role, he has led HR operations during a period of significant growth, contributing to a 195% increase in annual revenues and a 441% growth in employee headcount through six acquisitions. He implemented a fully integrated HRIS platform, enhancing analysis, reporting, and planning capabilities. Additionally, he developed 30-60-90 day onboarding plans and revamped onboarding processes to improve new employee integration. Medina also created Onit's first HR shared services center, which offers internal coaching services and resource guides on career planning.
Previous Experience in the United States Marine Corps
Before joining Onit, Sonny Medina had a notable career in the United States Marine Corps. He served as a United States Embassy Security Guard Commander and Instructor from 2007 to 2010 in the Dominican Republic. Following this role, he worked as a Senior Human Resources Manager from 2014 to 2018 in the Houston, Texas Area. Additionally, he held the position of Training and Development Manager from 2010 to 2013 in Okinawa, Japan. His military experience provided him with a strong foundation in leadership and human resources management.
Education and Expertise
Sonny Medina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Colorado and a Master of Arts in Communication Management from Webster University. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective communication and management within human resources. Medina's expertise includes HR operations, employee engagement, and strategic alignment of HR with business objectives.
Adjunct Faculty at Davis Defense Group, Inc.
From 2017 to 2019, Sonny Medina served as Adjunct Faculty at Davis Defense Group, Inc. in the Houston, Texas Area. This role allowed him to share his knowledge and experience in human resources and management with students in a remote learning environment. His involvement in education reflects his commitment to professional development and knowledge sharing within the field.
Employee Engagement Initiatives
At Onit, Sonny Medina has focused on increasing employee engagement through various initiatives. He led the annual review of benefits and retirement plans, resulting in a 10-point increase in employee eNPS scores. Additionally, he streamlined the integration of over 190 staff members following six acquisitions, ensuring that HR strategies aligned with new business objectives and enhancing overall employee satisfaction.