Management

Mrs. Poussou joined the Fair Trading Commission (FTC) in 2016 as an Analyst in the Competition & Market Surveillance Department. In July 2017, she was entrusted with overseeing the Market Surveillance Department and became a member of the FTC Management Team. In January 2018, she was promoted to Senior Analyst, a role she held for several years, during which she gained extensive experience and successfully implemented several key practices, procedures, and projects that strengthened the operations of the Commission. In recognition of her contributions and expertise, she was promoted to Principal Analyst in January 2023.

In June 2023, Mrs. Poussou was appointed Deputy Chief Executive Officer. In this capacity, she assisted the CEO in the administration of the FTC and served as Head of Operations, overseeing the Consumer Affairs, Market Surveillance and Competition Departments, the Education and Advocacy Unit, and the Praslin Office. In May 2025, in accordance with Section 7 (1) of the Fair Trading Act, 2022, she was appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Commission.

In terms of qualifications, Mrs. Poussou holds a Bachelor of Business Studies degree in International Hotel Management from the Shannon College of Hotel Management, National University of Ireland. She also holds a Master’s degree in Public Administration from the Commonwealth of Learning, Canada, through the University of Seychelles. Her studies covered management, business law, public policy, economics, governance, and finance. In addition, she has developed considerable expertise in competition and consumer protection law through her professional experience, participation in workshops, and attendance at local and international conferences.

Mr. Shane Chang-Seng began his journey with the Fair Trading Commission in June 2016 as an Analyst within the Consumer Services Section. With a growing passion for regulatory and legal work, he transitioned to the Legal Affairs Section in 2022, where he served as a Legal Officer.

Academically, Mr. Chang-Seng holds an LLB in Law from the University of Seychelles, awarded through the University of London International Programmes in 2016. He completed the Bar Vocational Course in 2019 and began his pupillage under the mentorship of Mr. Bernard Georges in 2020. In December 2023, he was called to the Bar and officially admitted as an Attorney at Law, where he continues to serve as a licensed legal practitioner.

His expertise and dedication led to his promotion as Principal Legal Officer in June 2024, where he now leads and oversees the Legal Affairs Section, playing a key role in guiding the Commission’s legal strategies and compliance efforts. In 2025, Mr. Chang-Seng was appointed by the President of the Republic of Seychelles as a member of the National Tender Board, further recognising his competence in legal and public sector governance.

Mr. Chang-Seng brings to the Commission a wealth of legal insight, regulatory acumen, and an unwavering commitment to upholding the principles of fairness and justice in the marketplace.

Ms. Annashanta Canaya commenced her career in 2007  as a Public Health officer, in the Public Health Authority with the Ministry of Health.

After serving 10 years with the Ministry of Health, she joined the Fair Trading Commission as a Senior Analyst in the Consumer Services Department.

In 2018, she embarked on a 2 years course for a Master in Business Administration from the University of West of Scotland and successfully completed the program. In 2023, she was promoted as a Principal Analyst in the Consumer Affairs Department and the Head of the department.

Her primary responsibility is to manage the operation of the Consumer Affairs Department to achieve the Commission’s mandate.

Mr. Esparon began his journey with the Fair Trading Commission in 2019 as a fresh graduate,stepping into the role of Analyst within the Competition Department. His dedication and expertise saw him rise through the ranks, and in 2025, he was appointed Senior Analyst and Head of the Competition Department.

In this leadership role, Mr. Esparon is at the forefront of advancing competition policy and ensuringthe effective implementation of the Fair Trading Act, 2022. He plays a pivotal role in fostering fairmarket practices and strengthening the Commission’s enforcement capacity.

Academically, Mr. Esparon holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Business Administration,specialising in International Business, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Economics for Competition Law from King’s College London.

His career has been marked by active participation in a range of local and international capacity-building programmes in competition law and policy. He has also proudly represented the Commission in high-level national, regional, and international forums, contributing to the broader dialogue on fair competition.

Ms. Barreau joined the FTC in 2017, as Analyst in the Market Surveillance Department.

In October 2023, she was promoted to the post of Senior Analyst. Her role is to oversee the work of the Department. During her years at the Commission, she has gained ample experience in the field of Consumer Protection.

Ms Barreau holds a Bachelor of Business Studies in International Hotel Management from the Shannon College of Hotel Management, National University of Ireland.

Ms. Joubert kick started her career in 2012 after completing her Diploma in Office Management and Administration at the School of Business Studies. She has since served various positions in the Public Service namely in the Accounts, Administration and Human Resources field where she has acquired experience in the government’s budget preparation and monitoring processes, alongside the administrative and human resource best practises and procedures.

Committed to continuous learning and personal development, Ms. Joubert enrolled in a Diploma in General Management course with The Guy Morel Institute in 2015 and has also attended short courses on offer at the Institute.

Ms. Joubert joined the Commission anew in January 2024 as the Human Resource and Budget Management Officer. She previously worked with the Commission in 2015 to 2017 as an Administrative Officer. Her primary responsibility is to provide support in the various human resource functions of the Commission and also assist in guiding the operations of the Administration and Accounts Unit.