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.

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...

Dane County Small Business Awards: Small business, big impact

From the pages of In Business magazine. This year the Dane County Small Business...

Greater Give could restore shared model

From the pages of In Business magazine. Like any worthwhile business innovation, Greater Give...

Fighter Wing anniversary: Wiegand’s service spans 30 years

Jeff Wiegand carried out hundreds of missions during his military career, retiring...

Take Five with Carol “Orange” Schroeder

In the 10 years since Carol “Orange” Schroeder published the third edition...

Shooting down active shooters

From the pages of In Business magazine. Disturbed people bent on mass shooting mayhem...