About LakeTown

My name is Gordon Barnes, and I’m passionate about helping businesses thrive through smart, results-driven marketing. At LakeTown Marketing, my passion lies in helping local businesses grow and succeed. After years of working in corporate America, I’ve redirected my energy toward providing intelligent, results-driven marketing solutions tailored to small businesses in Michigan.

My mission is simple: to help you go to market quickly, stand out in a crowded marketplace, and achieve measurable growth—all while delivering exceptional value.

With over 25 years of experience managing major brands, large budgets, and partnerships with top-tier agencies, I’ve developed a no-nonsense, data-driven approach to marketing. My focus has always been on maximizing ROI—not just creating campaigns that look great, but building strategies that sell and drive real results.

How We Work Together:
It all starts with a conversation. By asking the right questions, analyzing data, and identifying opportunities, I provide clear, actionable recommendations designed to help your business grow. My commitment is to ensure your unique products or services stand out while exceeding sales and profitability goals.

Why LakeTown Marketing?

• Proven Expertise: 25+ years of experience with top brands and high-impact campaigns.

• Results-Driven Strategies: A relentless focus on ROI and measurable growth.

• Tailored Solutions: Custom strategies designed to meet the unique needs of small businesses.

I’m proud to serve the community I call home. Named after Gordie Howe, I’ve always valued grit, determination, and teamwork—qualities that guide my approach to every project. Alongside my beautiful wife Sherri and twin boys Grant and Grayson, I’m dedicated to helping local businesses win because when you succeed, so do I.

Let’s work together to create impactful solutions that drive your business forward.