In this episode of Shark Talk, we sit down with Joelle Schad ’91, one of the most accomplished figures in the history of Dominican tennis. Joelle made history as the first Dominican female tennis player to represent the country at the Olympic Games, competing in Atlanta in 1996.
From a career-high WTA singles ranking of No. 219 to four ITF professional singles titles, eight Central American and Caribbean Games medals, and two Pan American Games medals, Joelle’s career is a remarkable story of talent, dedication, and representing the Dominican Republic on the international stage.
A longtime Fed Cup player and 2016 inductee into the Dominican Republic Sports Hall of Fame, Joelle continues to make an impact in racquet sports today, championing the growth of padel and contributing to its development throughout the Dominican Republic.
Tune in for a conversation about her journey, achievements, and passion for the world of racquet sports.
5 Aug 2026
Back in the Game
In this episode of Shark Talk, we welcome Avelino Cuadra, Class of 2002, for a conversation about passion, perseverance, and balancing two successful careers.
From the soccer field to the boardroom, Avelino shares how his lifelong love for the game led him to become a player, coach, club manager, and sports broadcaster, covering four FIFA World Cups and other major international tournaments. He also reflects on his professional journey as Senior Director of Civil Engineering and Development at CCN, where he has spent more than two decades leading impactful infrastructure projects.
Tune in to hear how discipline, leadership, and a commitment to excellence have shaped his path both in sports and engineering, and what it truly means to be Back in the Game.
12 Nov 2025
From farm to table: the craft of quality meats
In this episode, Anabella de Castro de Santoni ’80 and Enrique de Castro ’89 share how their passion for quality and tradition inspired a business that takes meat from farm to table — and from butcher shop to restaurant.
They reflect on the craftsmanship, care, and dedication behind delivering the highest-quality meats to their customers and what it means to uphold excellence every step of the way.
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