M.sc. Sophia W. Hinga

Sophia W. Hinga, M.Sc. has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Sophia W. started their career in 2000 as a Training Development Specialist and Product Marketing Manager at Hewlett-Packard. Sophia W. then became a Marketing Promotions & Training Manager before joining Genesys Works as a Program Manager.

In 2010, Sophia transitioned to BP as a Senior Instructional Designer, where they were eventually promoted from Instructional Designer. Sophia W. also worked at LyondellBasell and Newpark as a Senior Instructional Designer, and at Chevron Phillips Chemical Company as an Organizational Capability & Training Specialist, all through e-Technology, LLC.

Additionally, Sophia has experience working as the Principal of sWh design & photography, where they specialized in design and photography. Sophia W. also served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Houston-Downtown and held the role of an Instructional Designer, having been promoted from Web Developer.

Currently, Sophia is employed at FranklinCovey as a Senior Instructional Designer, Solution Architect, Graphic Designer, and Voice Over Artist, showcasing their broad skill set in instructional design and multimedia production.

Sophia W. Hinga, M.Sc. pursued their education in a chronological manner. Between 1993 and 1997, they attended the University of Houston-Downtown, where they achieved a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Technical Communication with Magna Cum Laude honors. Following this, from 1998 to 2000, they enrolled at the University of Houston and obtained a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Technology with a focus on Training & Development.

In 2002, Sophia acquired a certification from Langevin Learning Services. This certification involved Instructional Designer training, Designing Computer-Based Training, and Program Management for Trainers. A year later, they completed a Certificate of Completion in Marketing from the Tuck at Dartmouth Online Business Bridge Program in 2003.

Continuing their education, Sophia engaged in an extensive period of study from 2008 to 2019 with Landmark Worldwide. Although no specific degree was mentioned, their field of study during this time was Leadership and Coaching.