Dr. James Newton Barnes
Title
- Extension Professor
Contact Information
james.barnes@msstate.edu
Office: 662-325-1796
Lloyd-Ricks-Watson Bldg, Room 350-B
Overview
Biography
Dr. Barnes' is an Extension economist. His work largely focuses on business development in communities using his three Extension programs, including: 1) Bricks-To-Clicks™; 2) Local Food System Economies; and 3) Local Flavor.
He is certified marketing guide and copywriter for StoryBrand, an online marketing framework used to help businesses clarify their marketing messages so customers will listen. He teaches online marketing using StoryBrand's framework to businesses throughout Mississippi communities.
His research focuses on branding, online and social media marketing, agribusiness management, local food system economics, and rural development issues.
Education
- University of Missouri, Columbia, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Ag Economics
- Oklahoma State University, Master of Science (M.S.), Ag Economics
- Oklahoma State University, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Ag Economics
Research/Extension Interests
Branding, online and social media marketing for businesses
Local food system economics
Rural development
Regional economic analysis
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