John Hyttinen, Ba, Ccp, Chrl
About John Hyttinen, Ba, Ccp, Chrl
John Hyttinen serves as the Senior Director of Total Rewards at Kong Inc. since 2021, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Amazon, Coast Capital Savings, and Sun Microsystems, among others.
Work at Kong
John Hyttinen has been serving as the Senior Director of Total Rewards at Kong Inc. since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's total rewards strategy, which includes compensation, benefits, and employee recognition programs. His position is based in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada. Under his leadership, Kong Inc. aims to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction through innovative reward systems.
Previous Experience in Total Rewards
Prior to joining Kong Inc., John Hyttinen held several key positions in total rewards across various organizations. He worked at Amazon as a Compensation Leader for Americas Operations and Global Customer Service from 2018 to 2019. He also served as the Director of Total Rewards, HR Technology & Shared Services at Coast Capital Savings from 2019 to 2021. His experience includes significant roles at Sun Microsystems, ADP, Softchoice, and Scotiabank, where he developed and implemented total rewards strategies.
Education and Expertise
John Hyttinen holds a Postgraduate Degree in Human Resource Management from Seneca Polytechnic and a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from York University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in total rewards management. He has also earned certifications as a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) and a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL), further enhancing his qualifications in the field.
Innovative Initiatives in HR Technology
Throughout his career, John Hyttinen has introduced innovative solutions in HR technology. He implemented a cloud-based HR communication solution aimed at engaging employees across multiple devices. Additionally, he deployed global reward and recognition technology platforms to foster a culture of recognition within organizations. His initiatives also include a North American wellness strategy that utilized gamification to enhance user engagement.
Longstanding Career in Total Rewards
John Hyttinen has a longstanding career in total rewards, beginning in 1998 at Sun Microsystems. Over the years, he has held various roles that contributed to his extensive knowledge and experience in compensation and benefits management. His career spans over two decades, during which he has developed a comprehensive understanding of total rewards strategies across different sectors.