About us: Our team
Nina Sossamon-Pogue | Vice President, Benefitfocus Media
Nina Sossamon-Pogue, an Emmy award-winning television news anchor, is Vice President of Media for Benefitfocus. With a background in investigative reporting, Nina was a popular on-air talent before joining Benefitfocus Media. Prior to that, she served as press secretary to Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwards. Nina graduated from Lousiana State University and is a former member of the United States Gymnastics Team.
Ed Anderson | Creative Lead
Photojournalist Ed Anderson doesn't say much as he prefers to let his video do the talking. A native of South Carolina, Ed worked in television news for almost a decade before joining Benefitfocus Media and has won numerous awards for his photography from organizations that include the Associated Press, Radio and Television News Directors Association, and the South Carolina Broadcasters Association. Ed and his beautiful wife Kim enjoy hanging out with their cocker spaniel, Belle and guinea pig, Mr. B.
Manon Husman | Production Manager
Manon Husman, was born and raised in South Carolina. She attended the University of South Carolina in Columbia, where she received her B.A. in Media Arts. After graduation, she traveled the world for many months before settling in Charleston. Prior to joining Benefitfocus Media, Manon was the videographer for the Motley Rice law firm, where she helped create and launch their marketing department. Away from work, Manon spends much of her free time traveling and with her family, friends and her dog, Bella.
Jay Luka | Senior Video Editor
Before joining the Benefitfocus Media team, Jay Luka worked for 12 years as a Video Editor/Motion Designer at Post Blur, an award winning post-production studio in Cleveland, Ohio. While at Post Blur, Jay assisted in every aspect of the post-production process including pre-production concepting, shoot supervision, editing, visual effects and electronic distribution. His portfolio includes national and regional TV spots, long and short format videos and independent films, working with clients such as Sherwin-Williams, Applebees, Marathon, Wyndham Resorts, Longhorn Steakhouse and The Cleveland Clinic.
Rachel Cooper | Media Sales Project Manager
Rachel Cooper is a graduate of College of Charleston with a Bachelors Degree in Corporate Communications and Political Science. Her original work with Benefitfocus provides knowledge of the healthcare industry and client interface. Rachel's desire for an expanding and interactive career has brought her to the Media team. Originally from Wilmington, North Carolina; Rachel enjoys coastal activities, ACC Basketball, and spending time with her cocker spaniel - Milly.
Kristen McFann | Executive Producer
As the daughter of an Air Force pilot, Kristen McFann attended more than a dozen schools in the US and Europe. It was good training for her career as a news anchor where she worked in cities including: West Palm Beach, Phoenix and Jackson, MS. Kristen also produced law enforcement reality shows for SpikeTV and TruTV. A graduate of the University of Alabama, Kristen enjoys cheering on the Crimson Tide with her husband Scott and son Cameron.
Mary Vertucci | Producer
Mary Vertucci was born and raised in Pennsylvania, and recently moved to Charleston, South Carolina to join the Benefitfocus Media Team. She attended Temple University, where she received her B.A. in Broadcast Journalism. During college, Mary completed several internships at South Carolina news stations. That's when she fell in love with the Lowcountry, and knew she had to move back. Prior to joining Benefitfocus, Mary worked for a FOX news affiliate as a writer and field producer. She is excited to take her career to New Media and healthcare. Outside of work, Mary enjoys spending time with family, friends and her Cockapoo, Linus.