David Henáo Mejia

Competitor in Skill: Mobile Robotics
Country: Colombia

1.    How did you get interested in your skill?

I got interested by looking at the previous competitors of my skill in my training centre.

2.    Where did you do your training for your skill?

I did my training in Medellin, Antioquia, in the Technology and Advanced Manufacturing Centre venues

3. How did you first find out about your Member organization and its programs?

I knew about SENA because it is a nationwide institution, which is the most prestigious in Colombia.
4 Who influenced you to pursue your skill as a career?

My family and Instructors.
 
5. What is your experience in participating with your Member organization?

I have been to WS Antioquia (regional), WorldSkills Colombia ( national) WS Americas playoff and WS International playoff.
 
6. Describe your most memorable moment so far with WorldSkills?

For me, it was when I was carrying Colombia’s flag in WS Americas.
 
7. Describe what your experience has been since your involvement with WorldSkills

It has been a very pleasant experience, since we all can weigh our skills and we can also meet people from other countries and cultural backgrounds.
8. Did participating in the skills competitions and training for WorldSkills help you progress in your skill? Please describe.

Yes, it did. Mostly because we get a commitment to keep on learning, which helps to refine our technical skills. 
9. What do you currently do?  Where do you work?

At present I am studying at SENA.
10. What are your future career aspirations?

I wish I could finish my studies and take undergraduate studies in Mechatronics Engineering.