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.

Seasons of Caring: United Way’s latest campaign a real family affair

The Madison Mallard’s Duck Pond once again will be the venue for...

Fighter Wing fighter: Wilkening takes on his most dangerous foe

If there is one person who is really looking forward to the...

Corporate music disruption

From the pages of In Business magazine. For the youthful team of Live Undiscovered...

Like it or not, change is an irresistible force

From the pages of In Business magazine. Patty Glines-Kotecki’s title with Spectrum Brands is...

115th celebration: Lenz recalls the anti-war protests

David Lenz can only chuckle about how times have changed. In 1969,...

Cyber security and smartphones a smart play

For all business operations, having the right security solutions in place is...

10+ local difference makers

From the pages of In Business magazine Last year, as part of our Most...

Proof positive

From the pages of In Business magazine. Thursday, June 14 was an important day...

Small biz confidence gives expansion a lift

From the pages of In Business magazine. William Dunkelberg, chief economist of the National...

Take Five: Soaring small business confidence is for real

As part of their “Economic Road Show,” Bill Dunkelberg of the National...