The Board of Directors of The Trinidad and Tobago Stock Exchange Limited [TTSE], has announced the appointment of Eva Mitchell as the TTSE’s new chief executive officer, effective April 1.

Mitchell has also been appointed as CEO of The Trinidad and Tobago Central Depository Limited (TTCD), the wholly-owned subsidiary of the TTSE.

Mitchell joined the TTSE in 2016 as manager, market operations, with the responsibility of overseeing the daily market operations of the Exchange and, in October 2020, assumed the position of Acting CEO of both
organisations.

In a statement today, the TTSE noted that her career spans over 19 years across the financial services sector, including experience at leading multinational financial services organisations.

“She has held various management positions and has extensive knowledge and experience in the areas of finance, asset management, retail and commercial banking and brokerage services,” the TTSE said.

Mitchell holds a BSc. in Business Management from the University of New Brunswick and a MSc. in International Finance from the Arthur Lok Jack Global School of Business.

Commenting on the appointment, Board Chairman Ray A. Sumairsingh said: “On behalf of the Board, I am excited to welcome Eva into the position of CEO. It is equally an exciting time for business in the region, and in
particular, the capital market ecosystem.”

Sumairsingh added: “Eva’s business acumen, experience and enthusiasm about the organisation, especially during these global challenging times, make her a fit leader to develop the business, foster and strengthen the relationships with our stakeholders and enhance the operations of the TTSE. I look forward to the renewed insight she will bring in her role as CEO, as she will play a strategic role in developing the business of the TTSE and the TTCD.”