Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College

Luis Paredes was a standout player for Coach Norman Hill’s tennis team who later played for Florida International. When he moved to Tifton as a teenager, Paredes lived for a time in the home of ABAC President Clyde Driggers. Paredes achieved tremendous success in the business world, representing his country as Director of Tourism for the government of Panama and serving as vice president and general manager of Aero Costa Rica Airlines for North America.