With the sudden passing of our beloved Commodore, Randy Hough, the Vallarta Yacht Club Board of Directors has appointed Eric Bloomquist as Interim Commodore. Eric assumed this role at the January 20th board meeting, stepping up to lead the club through this transition. Bob Carr will continue as Vice Commodore, working closely with Eric to maintain the strength and stability of our club while carrying forward Randy’s legacy of leadership and dedication.
Eric first joined VYC in 2005 when he and his family visited while cruising. With an extensive sailing background and 11 years of liveaboard experience on a trawler, Eric brings both passion and expertise to the role. Professionally, he owned a wood products company in the Midwest, where he attributes his success to building a strong management team—an approach he brings to VYC as well.
A good friend of Randy’s, Eric deeply respected his contributions and unwavering commitment to the club. He credits Randy with teaching him valuable lessons both on and off the water. As Interim Commodore, Eric is dedicated to honoring Randy’s legacy while ensuring the club continues to thrive.