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.

More state grants to aid vulnerable businesses amid new pandemic restrictions

With positive COVID-19 test results on the rise in Wisconsin and federal...

Madison’s Long Road to Equity

A common refrain in the aftermath of George Floyd’s police-involved murder was...

Take Five: Restaurants still up against it

In Jason Westhoff’s words, staying open during the pandemic is not cheap....

Findorff weathering 2020 storm

The COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t done too much harm to businesses deemed essential,...

Sharp contrast between Trump, Biden approach to H-1B

The H-1B program allows American companies to temporarily employ nonimmigrant foreign workers...

Medicare for All isn’t dead

If you thought the Medicare for All approach to medical insurance died...

Professional women need employers to step up

Women’s Equality Day was Aug. 26, and while we’ve come a long...

United Way Campaign takes on virtual urgency

Due to the need for physical distancing, the annual United Way of...

Dealing with barriers to change

Even during a crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic, leaders find ways...

Cancel culture: No Big Ten sports this fall

Fully cognizant of the economic pain it will cause, the Big Ten...