| 2003 |
Iron-smelting with blast furnace |
| 2002 |
3-month Maestro Course at Venice; Graduation as Restorer |
| 2002 |
Restoration of the Welf Lions at Hannover |
| 1997 |
Founding of Smithy Hämelschenburg |
| 1993 |
Award of Instructor's License |
| 1992 |
Certified Welding Shop IAW DIN 18800 |
| 1991 |
Founding of Smithy Polle/Weser |
| 1990 |
Master's Diploma, Art Metal Work, Certified Welter Specialist |
| 1984 |
Aluminum Welter's Training |
| 1980 - 1983 |
Apprenticeship as Art Metal Worker with Diploma; Honor Graduate of North Rhine Westfalia |
| 1978 - 1980 |
Technical School Metal |
| 1963 |
born in Istrup/Lippe |