Our Story

Pacific + Main was originally founded in 2011 by two Ventura locals, Rodrigo Aguilar and Yessíca Torres, who shared a vision of building a creative community in their town. At the time, the building was an abandoned warehouse; dusty, forgotten, and far from the vibrant hub it is today. With patience, resourcefulness, and a lot of elbow grease, Rodrigo and Yessíca transformed the space into a home for art and connection, beginning with a community gallery and a handful of artist studios.

Rodrigo, an established graphic designer and longtime Ventura business owner, poured his design sensibility into the building, ensuring its historic character was preserved while creating an environment that was fresh, inspiring, and functional. He also helped expand the building’s scope, opening the doors to entrepreneurs and creatives beyond the visual arts. Yessíca, meanwhile, grew Dama Gallery from the center of Pacific + Main, curating exhibitions that championed contemporary voices and extending her gallery network beyond Ventura to Texas and Mexico City.

In 2020, Rodrigo’s lifelong friend, Jason Streatfeild, joined as a partner, bringing with him decades of experience as one of California’s most respected real estate professionals. Recognized among the Top 100 Most Influential Real Estate Agents in California and nationally ranked for sales performance, Jason’s expertise and vision have helped guide Pacific + Main through its next chapter of growth. His background in high-value real estate transactions and investment strategy brought new opportunities to strengthen the building’s foundation as both a landmark and a thriving business hub.

What started as a small but impactful grassroots effort has blossomed into a dynamic center where art, entrepreneurship, and community converge. The friendship, vision, and determination of its founders and now Jason’s partnership, remain at the heart of the project, guiding a creative community that continues to grow, evolve, and celebrate the spirit of Ventura.