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.

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...

New sculptures bring monumental business to Quarra Stone

Quarra Stone Co. President Jim Durham has noticed the monument business picking...

Hurd mentality: The neighborly future of holiday shopping?

After more than 30 years, the nation’s largest retailer — Walmart —...

Personal branding in the age of COVID-19

Perhaps no medium has advanced more during the COVID-19 pandemic than videoconferencing....

Take Five with Deborah Biddle: Hold leaders accountable for diversity

The business benefits of diversity have been extolled for several years but...

In networking, there’s nothing like a Dame

Business consultant Ashley Quinto Powell wasn’t looking to add anything else to...

Small but standing tall

Placing a spotlight on successful small businesses, the Dane County Small Business...