Joan Arsequell, Champion at the First International Competition in 1950

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Joan Arsequell, Champion at the First International Competition in 1950
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WorldSkills International
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Joan Arsequell was born in 1930 and experienced a difficult childhood marked by war and famine. His father went into exile in France, and Joan, along with his siblings, had to work from a young age to support the family. He attended the Elizalde Apprentices School, where he learned a trade that provided financial support. Joan specialized in wood pattern making and participated in the first International Vocational Education and Training (VET) competition in 1950, winning the top prize. This achievement boosted his self-confidence and opened professional opportunities. He went on to establish successful companies, including Juquell, Arviplast, and later Escaure Ibèrica, S.A., which are still operated by his descendants. Joan emphasized the importance of vocational training and the need for young people to develop dedication and craftsmanship​.
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