Who We Are
J. DelSUR Marketing Group: Your Trusted Partner.
Our Team
Tuba Benson-Jaja
CEO
Tuba Benson-Jaja is a business owner, entrepreneur, coach, and mentor with deep roots across Savannah, Pooler, Effingham County, and the Coastal Empire. In addition to co-owning J. DelSUR Marketing Group, he owns three other businesses serving the region and helps business owners through organizational leadership consulting and strategic growth.
Tuba also built an accomplished career as a world champion ultimate frisbee player and head coach of two professional franchises. He brings that experience in leadership, teamwork, strategy, and developing people into his work with organizations and entrepreneurs. A former U.S. Marine who served for nine years, service remains central to who he is, and he continues to give back through involvement with multiple nonprofit boards and community organizations.
Somi Benson-Jaja
President
Somi Benson-Jaja serves as President of J. DelSUR Marketing Group, bringing a background in entrepreneurship, visual storytelling, education, and community leadership. He is also the owner and lead photographer of Shot by Somi Studios, where he works with businesses, nonprofits, universities, and organizations throughout the region.
Somi currently serves on the boards of the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce, Leadership Savannah, and United Way of the Coastal Empire, where he also serves on the Executive Committee and Marketing Commitee Chair. His leadership and community service have been recognized with the Savannah Chamber’s Dr. Joe Buck Legacy Award for Service to Community and United Way’s Advocacy Award.
Jan Southern
Senior Strategist
Dr. Jan Southern is the Founder and Senior Strategist of J. DelSUR Marketing Group. After seven years leading the company and its regional publications, Jan continues to provide strategic guidance and support to the J. DelSUR team.
Her experience includes marketing, brand development, publishing and strategic communications across a wide range of industries.
Kelsey Harrison
Account Executive
Kelsey Harrison is a proud Effingham County resident and local realtor who knows the area inside and out. Her deep roots in the community give her a unique perspective and an authentic passion for helping her clients. Kelsey’s family is her greatest joy — her husband, Nevada, and her two wonderful bonus daughters are at the heart of everything she does.
Jamie J.
Marketing Manager
Jamie is a marketing professional skilled in executing projects that help businesses achieve their marketing goals. She provides expertise in project execution, strategic planning, and digital marketing efforts. Jamie is passionate about staying ahead of marketing trends and finding innovative solutions to engage audiences. With a proven track record of delivering projects on time, Jamie’s skills span project management, graphic design, web design, and more.
Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, climbing, creative projects, and spending time with her partner and two dogs.
Chris Antonio
Office Manager
Chris Antonio serves as the Office Manager of J. DelSUR Marketing Group.
Chris’s professional journey has spanned various industries, and she is passionate about driving growth and efficiency in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Throughout her career, Chris has cultivated a deep understanding of administrative management and operational efficiency. She is responsible for overseeing the organization’s day-to-day operations, ensuring smooth workflows, and managing a wide array of tasks that contribute to the company’s overall success.
Claire Sandow
Content Editor
Claire is a freelance graphic design and marketing professional who lives in Savannah with her husband, daughter and cat. She is a graduate of Georgia College & State University, where she received a degree is Mass Communication. In her spare time, she enjoys pursuing her many hobbies, including knitting, crocheting, quilting and running.
Harald J.
Lead Web Developer
Harald is the Lead Web Developer at J. DelSUR Marketing, specializing in back-end development and system administration. With a keen eye for UI functionality and seamless user experience, he focuses on building high-performance websites that are both intuitive and efficient. Harald is dedicated to implementing innovative solutions that streamline usability and ensure top-tier quality control. His meticulous approach to development and optimization enhances website performance, security, and accessibility for clients.
Originally from Denmark, Harald spent most of his life in the Faroe Islands before settling in North America with his wife and two dogs. When he's not optimizing digital experiences, he enjoys rock climbing, traveling, and exploring the outdoors.