About

Meet Barney Chastain: Your Digital Swiss Army Knife

Hey there! I’m Barney, the inclusive mastermind behind Chastain Sites. Think of me as your friendly neighborhood tech superhero, minus the cape (it gets caught in the keyboard), ready to assist everyone from small business owners to non-profit champions

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Barney Chastain

The Origin Story:

Born in the Panama Canal Zone and raised in the land of cheese and Packers (that’s Wisconsin, folks), I’ve been tinkering with computers since they were bigger than your average refrigerator. After earning my stripes in the corporate world, I decided to venture out on my own with a mission: to make the digital world accessible and successful for all.

Why? Because I believe everyone deserves a powerful online presence without the headaches – whether you’re a small business, a non-profit organization, or part of the vibrant LGBTQIA+ community.

“Barney’s the consummate professional, bringing his expansive knowledge and experience to every step of every project.” – Marcus Chang, President at Chang Marketing & Communications

The Chastain Difference:

  • 20+ years of tech wizardry under my belt
  • A knack for translating geek-speak into plain English (perfect for our senior citizen friends!)
  • An obsession with results that would make a statistician blush
  • A commitment to creating inclusive, accessible websites for all users
  • Specialized experience working with LGBTQIA+ organizations and small businesses

“Barney is absolutely WONDERFUL to work with! He is knowledgeable and meets you wherever you are with knowledge!” – Shawna Pfister, Board Member at The LGBT Center of SE Wisconsin

When I’m Not Saving Websites:

  • I’m out in nature, photographing lichens and fungi (they’re cooler than they sound, I promise)
  • Volunteering with local non-profits to boost their digital presence
  • Exploring Minneapolis with my wife, celebrating the diversity of our community

My Mission:

To help businesses and organizations of all sizes and backgrounds thrive online. Whether you’re a small business owner, a non-profit looking to increase donations, or an LGBTQIA+ group needing a safe and welcoming online space, I’ve got your back.

“Barney helped our business gain significant data insights into our sales and revenue channels. Most importantly, Barney is honest enough to tell us that we may not be better served with paid search ads, given our tremendous organic reach.” – Richard Ruth, Owner, Navy Pictures.

The Barney Guarantee:

  •  No tech jargon without explanation (especially helpful for our senior clients!)
  • No upselling you on stuff you don’t need (perfect for non-profits and small businesses)
  • A commitment to creating accessible websites for users of all abilities
  • Specialized knowledge in crafting safe, affirming online spaces for the trans and LGBTQIA+ community
  • Plenty of dad jokes (sorry, not sorry)


“Barney was fabulous, all around, in many different ways. He was easy to work with, listened, gave excellent ideas and suggestions.” – Randy Bennett, Owner at MaxFulfillment

Ready to take your online game to the next level, no matter who you are or what your organization represents? Let’s chat! I promise it’ll be the most fun you’ve ever had talking about websites and digital marketing.

P.S. I’m always up for a good cup of coffee and a chat about your goals. Virtual or in-person, your treat or mine – let’s make some digital magic happen for everyone in our wonderfully diverse community!