Empowering change.
Nexben is leading a truly radical marketplace transformation by creating the most advanced digital benefits platform in the country. We’re helping companies of all sizes to transform their process of buying and selling health insurance by making it as simple as possible.
Our focus is on making health benefits easier for everyone, so businesses can focus on what they do best.
Join the digital changeover.
Helping businesses connect and build partnerships with customers is important work. Interested in joining Nexben on this ongoing mission? Please contact us…we look forward to hearing from you.
Nexben Leadership Team
John Kelly
Founder and CEO
John is driven to bring the benefits experience into the 21st century and permanently transform the industry. As the Founder and CEO of Nexben, John drives the growth and direction of the organization. He is passionate about flipping the entire industry on its head and having Nexben lead the way.
John’s innovative thinking and deep industry roots put him in a unique position to deliver change, be at the forefront of the industry and guide the Nexben team. He values collaborating with other like-minded organizations about the future of the industry.
John earned his bachelor’s degree from the College of Charleston in South Carolina.
Keith Huckaby
President
Keith is responsible for driving the vision and strategy of the organization. His deep roots in the industry, and his pulse on the team’s daily work, gives Keith a unique perspective on how to align the broader vision of the organization while also empowering everyone to thrive individually and as a team. He is excited to come to work each day to innovate, disrupt and transform the benefits industry.
Keith’s background in business consulting and the hospitality industry gave him a variety of experiences in everything from operations and employee retention at Disney to owning franchised restaurants. Most recently, Keith was the CEO at TGG Solutions.
Outside of work, Keith enjoys family adventures with his three young children and he wouldn’t have it any other way.
Scib Ebel
Chief Technology Officer
Scib is no stranger to the healthcare industry and a startup culture. This, paired with his proven track record of driving business value through healthcare technology, makes him a perfect fit for Nexben. As Chief Technology Officer, Scib creates Nexben’s technological vision and implements the appropriate technology strategies to support Nexben’s growing business.
Scib previously served as the CTO/SVP Technology/CISO at Icario (formerly Revel Health), where he played a key role in the company’s growth through organic business development and mergers. Prior to this, he held leadership positions at Optum and Cigna.
Scib earned his Master of Business Administration and Master of Science Degree in Software Engineering from the University of St. Thomas. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Minnesota.
Michelle Beebe
Chief Revenue Officer
Michelle ensures that the Nexben team is able to deliver on the promises they make to customers. She sees the potential of Nexben and that gets Michelle excited to come to work each day as the Chief Revenue Officer. She loves to take what’s happening outside of the Nexben walls and translate that for the internal teams, ensuring everyone is operating with the same knowledge base in order to be as effective as possible.
Every day Michelle builds relationships with outside Nexben partners, including brokers and distributors, empowering them with Nexben’s technology solutions. Before joining the team, Michelle gained extensive experience in operations and customer service at various companies.
Michelle studied Political Science and Government at Lansing Community College.
Matt Darragh
Chief Information Officer
Matt works every day to provide the senior leadership team the information they need to make decisions to move the organization forward. His role is critical in ensuring everyone is working toward the same mission. Simply stated, he’s able to help the team make decisions based on facts, not feelings.
Matt brings his own, unique skillset to the team. His previous leadership experience, at TGG Solutions and several agriculture companies, focused on technology, finance and data analysis.
Matt earned his bachelor’s in Accounting from Michigan State University.
Mark Pontliana
Chief Operations Officer
As the operations leader, Mark oversees the design, build, launch and support of Nexben products. He brings his recognized driving focus to delivering outstanding technology solutions by specifying deliverables and deadlines, defining business requirements, motivating people and aligning processes. Mark specializes in start-up organizations, new product launches, process engineering, mergers and acquisitions, acquisition integration and strategic planning.
Mark’s deep knowledge in health insurance was gained at organizations including, Conduent, Alegeus, and UnitedHealth Group. Mark has also acted as an independent consultant, working at the intersections of healthcare and financial services, focusing on platform implementation, product development and process improvement.
Kasey Bacso
VP of Business Development
Kasey has been ensuring that Nexben solutions meet the needs of all their customers since 2013, when it was still the BrocorXchange. He is responsible for connecting business with technology through quality partnerships inside and outside of the organization.
Kasey is one of the very first hires at Nexben and has continued growing alongside the company ever since. The knowledge and skills he’s gained by helping build this forward-thinking startup tech company has vastly expanded his expertise. Kasey has been able to immerse himself in every aspect of the company, giving him a 360º perspective and the chance to take on multiple leadership roles.
Kasey earned his BS from the College of Saint Scholastica, Minnesota. He is most excited about bringing a lasting real-world solution that will benefit millions of consumers.
Julie Halgren
VP of Marketing
Julie’s task is to drive the marketing vision and roadmap for the company, bringing the Nexben brand to life. She loves to make often complex topics digestible for customers and brokers. Being part of a company that consistently innovates to meet customer needs and disrupt the industry keeps Julie excited to come to work each day.
Three decades of marketing, innovation and corporate strategy experience in the financial services industry, including time at FICO and Thrivent, is what Julie contributes to Nexben every day.
Julie earned her BA in Business Administration, Marketing, and Finance from Luther College, Iowa and Chartered Life Underwriting (CLU) designation from the American College.
Anedra Eatman
VP of Human Resources & Customer Experience
Anedra is passionate about supporting the mission and vision of Nexben. Working in human resources and customer experience gives her the chance to work across all functions of the organization. Anedra’s passion to serve guides all aspects of her life, including her job, family, church and community.
Anedra brings nearly 25 years of human resource experience to the team, previously working for TGG Solutions, Grand Rapids Public Schools and the Van Andel Research Institute.
Anedra earned her BA in human resources from Davenport University and a master’s in management from Cornerstone University.
Jason Borowicz
VP of Research & Innovation
Jason ensures the Nexben team is putting customers at the center of everything they do. Finding ways to better and more effectively serve customers is the “why” for Jason.
As a world-renowned public speaker, who spent 10 years in New Zealand before joining the Nexben team, Jason brings his diverse background to his role. His previous professional experience was often focused on growth and creating customer-centric brands delivered with operational excellence.
Jason earned his bachelor’s degree from Taylor University in Indiana, a master’s from Alfred University in New York.
Lisa Marzolino
Sr. Director of Organizational Development
Each day, Lisa works to ensure the Nexben leadership team is aligned and moving forward together. Her role as the Senior Director of Organizational Development gives her a unique perspective of the organization overall since she supports and partners within all areas of the company. Lisa brings extensive experience from her 25 years with TGG Solutions, holding various roles during her tenure there.
Keeping up with her active teenage kids keeps Lisa busy outside of work. She earned her Certificate of Project Management from Davenport University.
