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.

Photos: The making of Wisco Cream

Mount Horeb farmers and restaurateurs Matt and Marie Raboin already are known...

State of the State: Evers sets the agenda for final year in office

Delivering his eighth and final State of the State address from the State...

Meeting Dane County housing goals will require rethinking

Wisconsin’s Capital Region will be hard pressed to meet its considerable housing...

Can large data centers become a softer sell?

Data centers and housing — two issues challenging government and business leaders...

Is there a right way to build large data centers?

Can Wisconsin take advantage of the opportunities presented by data centers while...

Fiscal signs of a strong state economy

In an announcement that should be well-received by bond investors, Gov. Tony...

Brix Cider ventures into the cream liqueur business

Farmers Matt and Marie Raboin are under no illusions of toppling Bailey’s...

ETC lights up the world’s stages

CompanyETC (Electronic Theatre Controls)Founded1975FoundersFred and Bill Foster, James Bradley, Gary BerwickHeadquarters3031 Pleasant...

Photos: ETC sets the stage

Middleton’s ETC (Electronic Theatre Controls) has manufactured and sold its entertainment lighting...

Leaning into winter: Frozen Assets returns in February

Frozen Assets, a celebration of winter that raises money to improve the...