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.

Stephanie Bradley Wilson wins ATHENA Award

Stephanie Bradley Wilson, a retired law enforcement professional who created paths for...

Gender blending

From the pages of In Business magazine. Diversifying the so-called STEM disciplines and professions...

Prepping inmates for employment

From the pages of In Business magazine. Wisconsin’s new governor has an answer for...

Oakhill Job Center could be replicated

With employers struggling to find workers and an ex-inmate unemployment rate of...

Take Five: Harrigan Solutions thrives with former inmates

Growing up, Bill Harrigan was learning challenged and understands what’s it like...

Executive of the Year: For Gonnering, freedom is DAM good management

When you’re a provider of digital asset management (DAM) software, you gain...

2019 Executives of the Year: Setting standards

From the pages of In Business magazine. With the conviction that quality management is...

2019 a big year for Oscar Mayer site

From the pages of In Business magazine. When Tom Otto thinks of the 72-acre...

CFO of the Year: Recognizing a Perle of a CFO

When we think about chief financial officers, an image comes to mind...

Startup Company Executive of the Year: For Sanders, service is a priority for 365

For many, building an organization involves building partnerships, but Henry Sanders, Jr....