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.

Sustainability a driver in Ho-Chunk’s Madison expansion plans

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276,000 reasons to button up your I-9 process

If there is one thing that business owners and executives hate more...

Craving the farm life

Perhaps no other line of work is more at the mercy of...

Engaging influences on Madison

From the pages of In Business magazine. Madison is a blessed community in many...

Rethinking business culture

From the pages of In Business magazine. Most business operators are familiar with the...

400 in 40: MDC lends more than a hand

From the pages of In Business magazine. Firmly ensconced at the garden level of...

Dealing with uncertainty

From the pages of In Business magazine. When we convened this industry roundtable on...

Residential rehab

From the pages of In Business magazine. Unlike the scary days of the Great...

Creative class, creative office design

From the pages of In Business magazine. Ten years ago, many Wisconsin companies viewed...

A feminine approach to business

From the pages of In Business magazine. Hillary Clinton recently created a stir among...