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.

IFundWomen of Color aims to close funding gap

Woman-founded businesses received just 2.8% of venture capital dollars in 2019, according...

Can employers mandate COVID-19 vaccines?

In what may be a classic clash of rights and responsibilities, should...

First Business survey: Madison business optimism still high

Considering the whacking they took in 2020, Dane County businesses have a...

To prevent a double dip, more stimulus is needed

Elliot Eisenberg’s annual Graphs and Laughs presentation was delivered virtually on Nov....

Flagrant acts of kindness

When people read historical accounts of 2020, perhaps they will reveal more...

Take Five: Downtown retailers approach holidays with trepidation and determination

The inevitable autumn spike in COVID-19 is happening, more stringent public orders...

Take Five: Rumors of the office’s demise are greatly exaggerated

Colliers International | Wisconsin recently named Chris Richards as its new managing...

Product launch introduces potentially disruptive computer chip

Another idea born in a UW–Madison computer lab has become a reality...

Retail rebound

Trying to make up some lost COVID-19 ground, retailers have launched the...

Parisi anticipates County Board support for minority business hub

Tomorrow night, the Dane County Board of Supervisors will hold a special...
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