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Davy Verstraelen

Competitor in Skill: Plastering and Drywall Systems
Country: Belgium

How did you get interested in your skill?
I love to work with my hands. When I’ve built something I like to see the progress that I’ve made.

Where did you do your training for your skill?
School, company of Knauf

How did you first find out about your Member organization and its programs?
Company of Knauf, School

Who influenced you to pursue your skill as a career?
My parents pushed me a little bit in this direction. Teachers told me that I was Good at it when they first saw me do it.

What is your experience in participating with your Member organization?
I really liked it but I had trouble understanding French

Describe your most memorable moment so far with WorldSkills?
The team building was a real experience!

Describe what your experience has been since your involvement with WorldSkills
Hard work. And a lot of friendly people.

Did participating in the skills competitions and training for WorldSkills help you progress in your skill? Please describe.
I have learned a lot of it. From other people that have the same skill

What do you currently do? Where do you work?
I am still going to school

What are your future career aspirations?
Plastering and Drywall Systems