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Ventura Farms is proud of it's multi-faceted and talented staff. It is a collection of people who work hard, love what they are doing as well as the farm and our beautiful Arabian horses. Some staff members have been here since the beginning of Ventura Farms in the mid 70's. They have worked their way up from cleaning ditches to senior management. The farm is an opportunity for anyone to become what or whomever they want.

Owner
David H. Murdock - David H. Murdock's genuine love of the Arabian horse, his uncompromising respect for the breed, and his personal dedication to the industry over 30 years, have formed the foundation for Ventura Farms today. His vision, enthusiasm, and committment to integrity have guided the professional staff at Ventura Farms for the breeding, training and showing of Champions. His "it can be done" attitude has inspired his staff toward excellence.
Administration
Maria Gallegos, Accounting Department - Maria handles the financial analysis and reporting of the company. In addition to working at Ventura Farms, she loves to travel, and enjoys all kinds of outdoor activities. In May 2003 she achieved her MBA degree
Email:mgallegos@venturafarms.com
Breeding
Armando Bueno, Herd Manager - Armando Bueno has been with Ventura Farms for 20 years. In that 20 years, Armando has foaled out hundreds of mares and has taught the resulting foals everything they need to know to be a big horse. Armando’s specialty is working with difficult horses. He says he learns the most from working with the babies. Meticulous and careful, the horses that are taught by Armando learn the confidence, manners and grace that make them a joy to be around. Armando handles all of the stallions in the breeding shed. He has taught Poison VF several tricks, such as playing fetch, laying down, standing on a pedestal and rearing on command. Armando also stays busy at home with 4 children and one grandchild.
Email: abueno@venturafarms.com
Beatriz Martinez - Beatriz is called “Nurse Betty” around the farm, as she takes care of medicating the mares and babies and tending to bumps and scrapes. Her amazing way with animals makes her perfect for her duties. Beatriz has been with Ventura Farms for many years and in addition to being an invaluable asset to the breeding department, she is talented in many areas, such as tacking performance horses, conditioning halter horses and handling the foals.
Grounds
Jaime Zamora - Manager, Ranch Division - Jaime has been with the farm since it was purchased in the seventies. Beginning as a minimum wage laborer he has worked his way up to being in charge of all the construction and upkeep of the main residence grounds, the gardens, and the conservatory.
Trainers
Jesus Alvarez - "Chuy" joined Ventura Farms in the year 2000 adn is considered one of the best show grooms in the country. Chuy's the first to get on the youngsters, putting the first 60 to 90 days on them, as well as keeping our Friesian driving horse and pleasure riding horses in top form.