About

Dr. James Barnes Portrait

Dr. James Barnes is an Associate Professor and Extension Economist in the Department of Agricultural Economics at Mississippi State University. He created the Bricks-To-Clicks™ Extension program to help business leaders create and implement marketing plans that grow revenue. He is also a certified StoryBrand marketing guide and copywriter.

Dr. Barnes has worked in online marketing as a business coach to many businesses for more than 10 years. He also has conducted marketing research with businesses in Mississippi and has published many articles about online marketing.

E-mail: james.barnes@msstate.edu

Ph: (662) 325-1796

Bricks-To-Clicks™ is a statewide economic development program that teaches Mississippi entrepreneurs how to create and implement clear marketing plans that work. 

Products/Services

  • Marketing plans
  • Website makeovers
  • Social media plans
  • A review of your business’ current online marketing strategy and an online consultation with Dr. Barnes
  • FREE online marketing education webinars
  • For a list of courses currently available in Mississippi, go here.

Some Previous Clients

  • HogEye Cameras
  • Up in Farms Food Hub
  • Original HogShine
  • Big Pig Trap
  • Umble Coffee Co
  • Deep South Pout
  • Oktibbeha County Co-op
  • Alliance of Sustainable Farms
  • Starkville Veterinary Hospital
  • Mississippi Farmers Market
  • Mississippi Main Street Association
  • Mississippi Development Authority
  • Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce
  • Woodville Deer and Wildlife Festival

What Clients Are Saying

“His knowledge of all social media platforms allows us to create an action plan that drives sales!”
– Jason Stoker, Deep South Pout

“I highly recommend Bricks-To-Clicks to any organization or business”
– Jeannie W. Zieren, Mississippi Main Street Association

“This is a great program for any farmers market or agribusiness that wants to maximize their return on social media marketing”
– Susan Head, Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce

If you need customized training, please contact Dr. Barnes. Thank you for your interest in Bricks-To-Clicks™!

Dr. James Barnes
Associate Extension Professor
Department of Agricultural Economics
Mississippi State University
Ph: (662) 325-1796
Email: james.barnes@msstate.edu