Joe Vanden Plas

As the senior writer of In Business Madison, Joe researches and writes content for the monthly print magazine, the daily e-newsletters, and networking events. With 40 years of experience in journalism, including 25 in the Capital Region, the 1983 UW–Stevens Point graduate has covered government, business, athletics, and culture. Outside the office, the Green Bay native enjoys power walks with wife Patty, classic movies, and sporting events.

State budget theater set for an encore battle

Observers of recent state budget battles would be forgiven if they have...

Madison’s life sciences market larger than expected

Whether one uses the term life sciences, biotech, or biohealth, facilities that...

Exact Sciences reports revenue growth, confirms 2025 launch of new products

With Chairman and CEO Kevin Conroy predicting that 2025 is on track...

Madison consultant develops a ‘cheat sheet’ for managers

For those who think there is business software for every function under...

Carving a legacy in stone

Transforming natural stone quarry blocks into fine art and historic monuments requires...

Sparking success

Finding economic pathways for others has been the life’s work of Nydia...

Grinding the gears

Thanks to a combination of declining revenue and higher costs, the state...

Affordable housing deal not a ‘one-off’

A unique arrangement that could advance an affordable housing development near University...

State of the State: Evers wants $800 million more for child care and mental health

Declaring 2025 the “Year of the Kid,” Gov. Tony Evers called for...

Endres Manufacturing’s Diane Ballweg pilots a new memoir

Diane Ballweg can be identified by a number of interests and titles....