Our BOARD
Héctor Bonilla
Chairman, Chief Strategy & Development Officer
Hector is a prolific entrepreneur. He is currently Chairman of Bluedrop, one of the largest players in the berries industry in Mexico involved in Genetics, Production and Worldwide Distribution of raspberries, blackberries and blueberries. Bluedrop employs around 1,000 people in Mexico and the US.
He was the Founder and Chairman of Proteak and Tecnotabla, the two largest forestry companies in Mexico, and took them both public 10 years ago. He is Chemical Engineer and holds an MBA from Stanford University. Hector is a fan of holding any kind of racquet and sailing under the stars. Most importantly, he can cook some serious Paella.
Steve Cossette
Chief Financial Officer, Director of Legal Affairs & Human Resources
Steve was Polo Club Chairman for 6 years from 2016 to 2022 helping to guide the company expansion and growth including new facilities: the terrace, pavilion, updated clubhouse, and in 2022 new gymnasiums, pickleball and Padel courts. Steve and Roxanne Cossette are the Founders & Owners of RE/MAX Gateway, a successful Austin real estate company. Steve has been the Broker for the past 20 years with offices in Austin, Dripping Springs and most recently Canyon Lake. Additionally, they own several other small companies; Cossette Enterprises LLC; Apartments at Canyon Lake LLC; CossAviation TX LLC; and co-owners of Canyon Lake Airport (34TS). Steve was formerly Vice President at American Express for North America and prior to that Vice President & Corporate Officer at Continental Airlines in Houston (retired 20 yrs). Steve is an active sportsman in tennis, padel, golf and a private pilot. Steve received his Bachelor of Science Degree from University of Florida 1980.
Joe Stevens
Chief Facilities & Maintenance Officer
Joe Stevens is the co-founder and vice-president of exploration for Eureka Oil & Gas. He previously served as exploration consultant and geophysicist for Swift Energy Union Texas Petroleum, BHP Petroleum and Atlantic Richfield Co. Joe received his Bachelor of Engineering Science from the University of Texas.
Anders Eriksson
Co-Owner
Polo Business Owner since 2008 with a commitment to excellence. Anders has 27 years of experience in the tennis industry. Before becoming the owner & CEO of the Polo Tennis Club (2009 - 2021), he served as Tennis Director at Onion Creek Club (2002 - 2008), Head Professional at Berry Creek Racquet Club (1998 - 2002), and assistant director of Junior Development at St. Stephens Tennis Academy (1993 - 1998). He was awarded Austin CATA Junior Coach of the Year - 2018 & Austin CATA Pro of the Year - 2007. Anders was the Founding father of the establishment of AESA Prep Academy in May 2012.
Anders has been a dedicated USPTA member since 1998 and he holds a USPTA Elite Professional status. He was awarded USPTA Men’s Open National Player of the Year 02',03',04' and is one of three players in USPTA history to win three USPTA World Conference Men’s Open Singles Championships in 02’, 03’, 04'
As a graduate from the University of Texas (1993) Anders, was the 1991-1993 Longhorns #1 Singles and Doubles player and Co-Captain. Achievements included • 1992 Southwest Conference Singles Champion. • 1993 NCAA Team Semifinals. • 1993 NCAA top-ranked doubles team • 1993 Southwest Conference Doubles and Team Champion. Anders was the 1993 recipient of the University of Texas Team Awards for showing the support and leadership of the Men's Tennis Team.