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.

Take Five: Are you feeling the entrepreneurial tug?

Madison attorney Barbara Zabawa has written a new book for people who...

Women’s Leadership Series focused on C-suite skill sets

The next installment of a leadership series for women executives and professionals...

AmFam, Urban League create loan fund to promote business equity

As part of American Family Insurance’s “Free to Dream” initiative, the insurer...

Take Five: BMO lending program focused on minority businesses

BMO Harris Bank has launched a new $500 million lending program that...

Reaching for diverse business boards

Business consultants and various academic studies tell us that having diverse business...

OSHA takes a whack at COVID-19 workplace compliance

Until now, businesses trying to stay open and comply with public health...

Take Five: Will Super Bowl ads be super?

This year’s Super Bowl is likely to have a very somber tone,...

Take Five: Amazon’s growth tests us in profound ways

Amazon has built the most dominant e-commerce delivery system in the U.S.,...

More paycheck protection is here, but mind your PPPs and Qs

If your business wants to pursue another, or perhaps your first, Paycheck...

Madison executives start local hiring movement

The civil rights movement was ignited by Rosa Parks’ refusal to take...