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Podcasts by Old Northlanders con distintas historias o temas específicos relatados por nuestros ex alumnos.
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Cayetana Alvarez de Toledo ON 1991
Cayetana Álvarez de Toledo (ON 1991) was Academic Captain of Cavell. She holds Spanish, Argentine, and French nationalities and has chosen Spain as the place for her professional and personal life. A historian, journalist, and Member of Parliament, she has an outstanding academic and political career. She earned a degree in History from the University of Oxford with a double first-class degree and received the Gibbs Prize in History. She worked as a columnist and Head of the Opinion Section at El Mundo, for which she was awarded the Silver Microphone in 2007.As a politician, she has served several terms as a Member of Parliament for Madrid and Barcelona, spokesperson for the Popular Parliamentary Group, and member of various parliamentary committees. Together with intellectuals such as Mario Vargas Llosa, she founded Libres e Iguales, an association that defends democracy and the Constitution.Recognized as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum and awarded the Civil Society Award for Civism in 2017, she combines her parliamentary work with an active intellectual and journalistic career. In 2024, she received the Inter-American Press Award Dr. Horacio Aguirre for Opinion Journalism from the Inter-American Institute for Democracy. She is the author of "Politicmaente Indeseable" and the mother of two daughters.
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Camila Crescimbeni ON 2007
Camila Crescimbeni ON 2007 has extensive experience in public policy, social development, and community impact. She studied Political Science at UBA and holds a Master’s degree in Administration and Public Policy. She served as National Deputy, City Councilor, and National Director of Youth. She currently leads the institutional development area at The Future Co, promoting sustainable prosperity in rural communities, and is a member of the Board of Directors of Racing Club. She is the author of the Yolanda Law on environmental training and has been internationally recognized for her leadership, including the Fulbright Scholarship and the Atlantic Dialogues program. A university professor since 2012, she speaks several languages and is the mother of four children, an experience that deeply shapes both her personal and professional life.
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Tomas Ward (ON 2021)
Tomás Ward (ON 2021) is an entrepreneur, co-founder and CTO of Swiper, with extensive experience in mobile and web application development. He has been an entrepreneur since the age of 13 and has founded projects such as Fredi App, in addition to working as a freelance developer for U.S. companies. He is currently studying Digital Technology at Universidad Torcuato Di Tella and will spend a semester at IE University focusing on Artificial Intelligence.
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Robertina Chaimowicz (ON 2020)
Robertina Chaimowicz was Flag Bearer, Prefect, and House Captain. She is studying Bioengineering at Northeastern University in Boston and will graduate at the end of this year. Her areas of specialization are Cell Engineering, Tissue Biology, and Mathematics.During her studies, she had the opportunity to complete two full-time internships (co-ops), a signature program at Northeastern that allows students to work for six months instead of attending classes. Both experiences were in industries related to the development of medical therapies and pharmaceuticals—fields she is passionate about.
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Joaquin Longhi (ON 2011)
Joaquín Longhi (ON 2011) is a highly talented actor, dancer, and singer. He has been teaching dance at various institutes for the past 10 years. For the last 8 years, he has worked as an executive producer and stage manager in a variety of productions, mainly in theatre and television. He also spent 4 years working on cruise ships (Royal Caribbean, Azamara, MSC, RWS Global Group). Theatre is what keeps him grounded in the present.Passionate, dedicated, reliable, persevering, hardworking, and a true team player, he is always eager to keep learning.He is currently part of the cast of El Loco de Asís and El Viaje Sinfónico.
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Delfina García Hamilton (ON 2000)
Delfina García Hamilton (ON 2000) is a great professional with extensive experience in designing and implementing projects related to human development, social inclusion, and gender equality. She currently serves as the Coordinator of the Women, Peace, and Security Programme at UN Women Argentina, where she leads initiatives focused on the role of women in peace and security processes.Over the past 15 years, she has held key positions at organizations such as UNICEF, the Ford Foundation, and el Gobierno de la Provincia de Buenos Aires, standing out for her leadership skills, strategic analysis, and coordination of interdisciplinary teams. She holds academic degrees in Political Science, Mexican History, Migration, and a Master’s in Human Development.Her profile is defined by a strong commitment to human rights, gender justice, and the efficient management of social projects.
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Lucas Espina (ON 2017)
Lucas Espina ON 2017 holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Universidad de San Andrés and could be described as a serial entrepreneur from a very young age—he started his first business at just 13 years old. Today, he is a specialist in technological solutions with a focus on artificial intelligence and automation. He is the co-founder of RestoHost, where he leads the development of voice assistants aimed at improving operational efficiency and customer experience in the hospitality industry. He is also currently serving as Head of Sales at Quantum Capital, managing commercial strategies and investor relations in emerging markets. With a strong background in financial analysis, digital transformation, and team leadership, he has co-founded companies like Adstream and led international projects at firms such as Centaurus SA, applying his expertise to make an impact in both the tech and financial sectors.
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María Secatore (ON 2017)
María Secatore is a passionate and dedicated aerospace engineer with a strong academic background and hands-on experience at leading companies in the field. She earned her Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Southern California (USC), specializing in design. She completed her Bachelor's degree at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where she also stood out as a collegiate athlete.María has worked at Airbus Defence & Space as an Aerodynamic Engineer and as a Design Configuration Lead for the A400M, overseeing design change processes and wind tunnel testing. She has also participated in research projects on bio-inspired wings and in aircraft design and build competitions. She is proficient in engineering software such as CATIA, MATLAB, and NASTRAN.She currently lives in Madrid, where she continues to develop her professional career in the aerospace sector. María combines technical expertise with strong leadership and teamwork skills, making her a well-rounded professional driven by innovation and excellence. Her passion for aviation, design, and continuous improvement motivates her to take on challenges that contribute to the advancement of the aerospace industry.
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Tiffy Rubinat (ON 2006)
Tiffy Rubinat es ON 2006, estudió Ingeniería en el ITBA, trabajo 7 años en Unilever y durante esos años, descubrió su verdadera vocación: Ayudar a todas las personas que se encuentran descontentas en su trabajo a tener una vida plena. Por eso hoy es la CEO de Wealthi en en su nuevo hogar, Sydney, Australia.
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Mateo Freire (ON 2021)
Mateo Freire (ON 2021) está estudiando Inteligencia Artificial en la Universidad de San Andrés y forma parte del programa de Elite Deportiva.Es el medio scrum de la primera de su club, Buenos Aires Cricket & Rugby Club, y en 2024, fue seleccionado por la Union Argentina de Rugby para participar del trial del equipo nacional del Seven a Side. Su historia es un testimonio inspirador de que el alto rendimiento deportivo y la excelencia académica pueden ir de la mano.
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Mercedes Henderson (ON 2001)
Mercedes Henderson es ON 2001, ha sido Head Girl y House Captain. Hoy es Psicóloga con Diploma de Honor (UCA) y formación de posgrado en Coaching Organizacional (UdeSA) y Terapias Expresivas (Lesley University, EE.UU. / PCETI, Argentina). Más de 15 años de experiencia en liderazgo y gestión en organizaciones sociales y educativas en América Latina, con fuerte enfoque en estrategia organizacional, desarrollo institucional, comunicación, alianzas y evaluación de impacto.Ha sido Directora Ejecutiva de VE Global (Chile), Coordinadora de Desarrollo Institucional de Lechería de la Solidaridad (Argentina) y Coordinadora de Programas en Mujer de Luz (Chile), liderando equipos interculturales, desarrollando alianzas estratégicas y representando a las organizaciones ante entidades gubernamentales y organismos internacionales.Actualmente es la Coordinadora General de Desarrollo Institucional de la Fundación Grupo Educativo María de Guadalupe.
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Santiago Forster (ON 2020)
Olivos Head Boy 2020, actualmente cursa un Bachelor of Science en International Business e International Affairs en Northeastern University, Boston, y se graduará en mayo de este año. Ha realizado varias pasantías en el área de finanzas para consultoras de prestigio como Fidelity Investments, UnitedHealth Group y Edelman, combinando su formación académica con experiencia profesional. Además, es fundador y presidente del Latam Business Club de Northeastern University.
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Nieves Zuberbühler (ON 2005)
Estudió Comunicación Social en la Austral y realizó un Master en Periodismo y Ciencias Políticas en NYU. Trabajó como productora en "60 Minutes" donde se ganó un Emmy por Outstanding Investigative Journalism y luego, en Argentina, con Jorge Lanata en Periodismo Para Todos. Hoy trabaja freelance en New York y como Head of Communications de una crypto humanitaria usada en Venezuela. Nieves nos cuenta como fue su carrera dentro del periodismo.
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Delfina Perez (ON 2016)
Estudió Artes Escénicas en la UADE y participó de varias obras de teatro en Buenos Aires como Shrek, Los Miserables y Ricitos de Oro. Este año sacó su primer single en Spotify llamado Haunted y hoy nos cuenta, desde Los Ángeles, su experiencia desarrollándose como actriz y cantante.
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Luciano Manfredi (ON 2013)
Estudió Theoretical Physics y Pure Mathematics en Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles y realizó un Master en Pure Mathematics en Cambridge University. Luciano llevó adelante estudios sobre teorías de la gravedad y agujeros negros. Hoy nos cuenta su experiencia estudiando afuera y especialmente en esta área tan abstracta.
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Tomás Fernandez Sasso (ON 2017)
Head boy en el 2017 y ahora estudiante de Medicina en el Instituto Universitario CEMIC. Tomás nos cuenta su experiencia como GAP Student en Mount St. Mary's College en Inglaterra y los meses que viajó solo como mochilero por Europa. Todo lo que aprendió y conoció de si mismo, así también como la preparación y ganas que hay que tener para elegir nuestro propio camino.
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Dolores Avendaño (ON 1985)
Estudió Diseño Gráfico en la UBA e Ilustración en Rhode Island School of Design. Ilustradora de las 7 tapas de Harry Potter para la editorial Salamandra y Ultra maratonista. Dolores nos cuenta cómo su vida es una aventura y las decisiones que tomó para alcanzar sus sueños.
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