Théodore Rakotoniaina

Human Resources Manager

What do you love most about your job ?

What I love most about my job is, above all, the opportunity to build meaningful human connections every day while carrying out a professional activity that allows me to provide for my family. It is never a dull job, as there are always new challenges to take on.

The biggest challenge of your job ?

Finding the right person with the skills and qualifications required for a position, and then ensuring that they remain committed to the company over the long term.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic and the evolution of communication technologies, maintaining employee engagement, focus, and team cohesion has become increasingly challenging. The job market is shifting more and more towards remote work, sometimes giving the impression that the workplace has become merely a place to pass through, as many employees prefer working remotely while attending to other activities.

Ensuring that the company’s culture, values, principles, and motto are understood, embraced, and shared by all employees.

3 things you have discovered about yourself along your career!

  • My ability to adapt to the changing demands of the job market in an increasingly technology-driven world.
  • I’ve come to understand the importance of continuous learning to meet the growing demands of the job market.
  • I’ve realized the importance of anticipating how artificial intelligence will shape the future of work, as many tasks are likely to become automated.

3 words to describe your vision of travel !

Adventure – discovery – change.

3 words to describe Madagascar according to you

Moramora (easy) – endemic – diversity

 A destination that you think is underrated in Madagascar but has real potential !

The areas surrounding Analamanga, such as the northeastern outskirts of Antananarivo, Lake Tsiazompaniry, and Dobondramiangaly in Manjakandriana.

Your personal mantra or life philosophy that guides your approach to travel and work ?

Seeking peace, balance, and stability. guided by an ever-present curiosity.

A moment when you were deeply touched by what you discovered during a trip ?

The family trip I took by train from Antananarivo to Toamasina.

What is unique about GassyTour according to you !

What makes GassyTour unique is its strong commitment to social responsibility, guided by its motto: “Iray vatsy, iray aina.”.

Your vision for the future of travel !

I firmly believe that one day, Madagascar will establish itself as a leading destination and a trusted name in global tourism.