Kannen Packiry Poullé

Group Chief Human Resources Executive

Kannen joined Cim Finance in August 2024 as Group Chief Human Resources Executive. He brings over 20 years of comprehensive HR leadership experience, primarily gained in the  hospitality sector, where he built a strong track record in people strategy, organisational culture, and employer branding.

Before joining Cim Finance, Kannen served as Chief Human Resources Officer at Attitude Hospitality Management Ltd, overseeing nine properties. Under his leadership, the organisation was recognised as a "Great Place to Work" every year since 2016 and ranked 1st in Mauritius in 2022, 2023 and 2024. He has also been awarded “Most Influential HR in the Hospitality Sector – Mauritius” (2020) and the “Best Employer Brand Award” (2022).

Kannen has also held senior HR roles across renowned hotel brands, including the St. Regis Mauritius, The Grand Mauritian Resort/Westin, and Four Points by Sheraton. Earlier in his career, he spent over two years at Rogers Outsourcing Solutions Ltd – then part of Cim Finance – marking an early connection to the organisation.

He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in HR and Systems, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, and a Diploma in Information Technology (DNIIT).