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09 Mar - The Government Must Support UK Exporters

Following the disappointing January trade figures, published today by the ONS, the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group has warned that the government must do more to support Britain’s exporters. The ONS results add weight to the recent British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) report which outlines the severe difficulties facing UK firms when securing export trade finance. The BCC’s survey found that one in eight businesses that used trade finance had experienced problems securing it over the past year, with almost 50 per cent of companies reporting a loss of business to exporters in other countries with state backed schemes. Commenting on this Anne White, head of international trade at the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group, said: “If the government is committed to encouraging British exports as a major source of job creation and economic growth, it must resolve the problems surrounding export trade finance. Export finance supports 90 per cent of all global exports, aiding the flow of international trade by moderating risks. “Unlike rival trading nations, such as Germany and Holland, the UK has refused to intervene over the past two years to ensure viable firms secure the export credit they need to fulfill orders; a failure that is putting British exporters at a notable disadvantage. “With the favourable exchange rates for UK exporters, there are tangible opportunities for businesses, even in these difficult economic times; nevertheless, without an adequate state-backed export finance scheme, British businesses will continue to lose out to overseas competition.” The Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group’s International Trade team can assist businesses with their export strategy, by providing practical advice and support. For more information call 01753 870560, email export@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk, or visit www.thamesvalleychamber.co.uk END The Chamber’s International Trade Department The International Trade team at the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group provides advice and assistance to help businesses trade within the EU and across the world. For more information call 01753 870560. About the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group The Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group works with businesses across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire to help them achieve their full business potential through: meeting new customers; cutting costs; developing their workforce; influencing local decision makers; and arming them with business intelligence. Membership is available to all businesses. For all press enquiries, please contact Marianne Creaney on 01753 870 518, email: mariannecreaney@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk

08 Mar - Business Leaders to Gain an Update on Reading Borough Council’s Activities

Michael Coughlin, chief executive of Reading Borough Council, will provide an update on the council’s impact and interaction with the business community at this month’s Reading Business Lunch. As the chief executive of Reading Borough Council, Michael supervises a £200m budget, over 3,500 employees, and a company that is not only a major employer in the town, but one that contributes significantly to the local economy. Before taking up his post in April 2008, he was chief executive of Crawley Borough Council since 2002 and has 27 years of experience in local government. At the event, Michael will focus on: business rates; planning and inward investment; transport; apprenticeships; public service spending cuts; the general election; and working with neighbouring councils (Wokingham, West Berks). For more information on this event, and to book your place, call our customer services team on 01753 870500 or visit www.thamesvalleychamber.co.uk End About the Reading Chamber of Commerce The Reading Chamber of Commerce is part of the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group works with businesses across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire to help them achieve their full business potential through: meeting new customers; cutting costs; developing their workforce; influencing local decision makers; and arming them with business intelligence. Membership is available to all businesses. For all press enquiries, please contact Marianne Creaney on 01753 870 518, email: mariannecreaney@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk

08 Mar - Naveed Ahmed, Goldteam Recruitment, Announced as Entrepreneur of the Year at the Slough Chamber Awards

On 25 February, over 250 business leaders gathered at the Copthorne Hotel, Slough, for the highly anticipated Slough Chamber Awards 2010 Gala Dinner. Created with the aim of celebrating the businesses that have contributed to Slough’s thriving economic success, the Gala Dinner welcomed Ricky Gervais lookalike, Tim Oliver, as the MC, with music from Stringsaloud string quartet. Walking away with the accolade of Entrepreneur of the Year was Naveed Ahmed, managing director of Goldteam Recruitment. With an annual turnover of £8m, Goldteam Recruitment not only provides temporary, permanent and contract employment opportunities, but it also provides training to low skilled workers ensuring they have greater job prospects. Commenting Gavin Spencer, senior business manager for the Slough Chamber of Commerce, said: “Although the competition for this category was rife, Goldteam Recruitment stood out as a clear winner. With the vision to grow the business’ turnover to £100m by 2016, Naveed’s entrepreneurial talent has been instrumental in the company’s considerable success. We would like to congratulate Naveed and the Goldteam Recruitment team, who deserve to be applauded for their dedication, commitment and overall achievements.” Other winners on the night included: SEGRO (Business of the Year); Hygiene Group Ltd (Award for Excellence in People Development); Signet International Ltd (Achievement in International Business); Website Copy Ltd (Most Promising New Business); Beyond Creative Thinking (Micro Business of the Year); Datek Solutions Ltd (Excellence in Customer Service); Bucks Laboratories Limited and System Associates Ltd (The Award for Innovation); and Mars Chocolate UK (The Green Award). Following the awards ceremony a charity auction kicked off, with 100 per cent of the £3000 profit donated to Age Concern. Items up for grabs included a Canon Ixus Digital Camera, signed and framed premier league football shirts, two Blackberry Bold 9000 handsets, an exclusive Houses of Parliament bottle of Scotch Whiskey, a Konica Minolta Biz Hub 20, and a fabulous race day package for four people and race sponsorship from Royal Windsor Racecourse. Items were generously donated by Amazon.co.uk, Telefonica O2 UK Ltd, Research in Motion, Fiona Mactaggart MP and United Business Machines. For information about entering or sponsoring next year’s awards, contact Gavin Spencer on 01753 870505 or email gavinspencer@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk -END- Notes to Editor Shortlisted companies in each category: Business of the Year • SEGRO Ltd (Winner) • Vision • Age Concern Slough and Berkshire East Entrepreneur of the Year • Goldteam Recruitment Ltd (Winner) • Breeze Photographic Ltd • The Real Wine Company Achievement in International Business • Signet International Limited (Winner) • Logfret UK Limited • Oxford Filtration Ltd Award for Excellence in People Development • Hygiene Group Ltd (Winner) • Euro London Appointments • The Westgate School Excellence in Customer Service • Datek Solutions Ltd (Winner) • Royal Windsor Racecourse • Vision Micro Business of the Year • Beyond Creative Thinking (Winner) • Escential Limited T/A ScentAir Uk • Targ8 Limited Most Promising New Business • Website Copy Ltd (Winner) • ISE Partners • Wilson Partners Limited The Award for Innovation • Bucks Laboratories Limited (Joint Winner) • System Associates Ltd (Joint Winner) • edgeofmyseat Ltd The Green Award • Mars Chocolate UK (Winner) • Drivers Jonas LLP • Greener World Ltd Sponsors of the Awards O2, Kinnarps, SEGRO, Slough Borough Council, Polycom, Haines Watts, UK Trade and Investment, Owen White Solicitors, the SEGRO Enterprise Quarter and the Berkshire Media Group. About the Slough Chamber of Commerce The Slough Chamber of Commerce is part of the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group, which works with businesses across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire to help them achieve their full business potential through: meeting new customers; cutting costs; developing their workforce; influencing local decision makers; and arming them with business intelligence. Membership is available to all businesses. For all press enquiries, please contact Marianne Creaney on 01753 870 518, email: mariannecreaney@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk

01 Mar - SEGRO ANNOUNCED AS BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

On 25 February, over 250 business leaders gathered at the Copthorne Hotel, Slough, for the highly anticipated Slough Chamber Awards 2010 Gala Dinner. Created with the aim of recognising and celebrating the businesses that have contributed to Slough’s thriving economic success, the Gala Dinner welcomed Ricky Gervais lookalike, Tim Oliver, as the MC, with music from Stringsaloud string quartet. Walking away with the top accolade of Business of the Year was SEGRO, a commercial property investment and development company that leads the way in the provision of flexible business space across Europe. Operating in ten countries, its property portfolio includes offices, light industrial, logistics, warehouses and datacentre properties. In its winning submission, SEGRO highlighted its exemplary levels of client satisfaction, people development, commercial development as well as its green credentials. However, tipping the balance in favour of SEGRO - away from close runners up Vision and Age Concern (Slough and Berkshire East) – was its 1.09bn acquisition of Brixton, a long standing competitor, which was one of the largest transactions in the UK in 2009. Commenting Gavin Spencer, senior business manager for the Slough Chamber of Commerce, said: “Although the competition for this category was rife, SEGRO stood out as a clear winner. It is a shining example of the exceptional businesses that Slough is renowned for. We would like to congratulate SEGRO and runners up Vision and Age Concern – all three of which deserve to be applauded for their dedication, commitment and overall achievements.” Other winners on the night included: Hygiene Group Ltd (Award for Excellence in People Development); Goldteam Recruitment Ltd (Entrepreneur of the Year); Signet International Ltd (Achievement in International Business); Website Copy Ltd (Most Promising New Business ); Beyond Creative Thinking (Micro Business of the Year); Datek Solutions Ltd (Excellence in Customer Service); Bucks Laboratories Limited and System Associates Ltd (The Award for Innovation); and Mars Chocolate UK (The Green Award). Following the awards ceremony a charity auction kicked off, with 100 per cent of the £3000 profit donated to Age Concern. Items up for grabs included a Canon Ixus Digital Camera, signed and framed premier league football shirts, two Blackberry Bold 9000 handsets, an exclusive Houses of Parliament bottle of Scotch Whiskey, a Konica Minolta Biz Hub 20, and a fabulous race day package for four people and race sponsorship from Royal Windsor Racecourse. Items were generously donated by Amazon.co.uk, Telefonica O2 UK Ltd, Research in Motion, Fiona Mactaggart MP and United Business Machines. For information about entering or sponsoring next year’s awards, contact Gavin Spencer on 01753 870505 or email gavinspencer@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk -END- Notes to Editor Shortlisted companies in each category: Achievement in International Business • Signet International Limited (Winner) • Logfret UK Limited • Oxford Filtration Ltd Award for Excellence in People Development • Hygiene Group Ltd (Winner) • Euro London Appointments • The Westgate School Entrepreneur of the Year • Goldteam Recruitment Ltd (Winner) • Breeze Photographic Ltd • The Real Wine Company Excellence in Customer Service • Datek Solutions Ltd (Winner) • Royal Windsor Racecourse • Vision Micro Business of the Year • Beyond Creative Thinking (Winner) • Escential Limited T/A ScentAir Uk • Targ8 Limited Most Promising New Business • Website Copy Ltd (Winner) • ISE Partners • Wilson Partners Limited The Award for Innovation • Bucks Laboratories Limited (Joint Winner) • System Associates Ltd (Joint Winner) • edgeofmyseat Ltd The Green Award • Mars Chocolate UK (Winner) • Drivers Jonas LLP • Greener World Ltd Sponsors of the Awards O2, Kinnarps, SEGRO, Slough Borough Council, Polycom, Haines Watts, UK Trade and Investment, Owen White Solicitors, the SEGRO Enterprise Quarter and the Berkshire Media Group. About the Slough Chamber of Commerce The Slough Chamber of Commerce is part of the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group, which works with businesses across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire to help them achieve their full business potential through: meeting new customers; cutting costs; developing their workforce; influencing local decision makers; and arming them with business intelligence. Membership is available to all businesses. For all press enquiries, please contact Marianne Creaney on 01753 870 518, email: mariannecreaney@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk

24 Feb - How positive is your business culture?

Dr Kevin Money - director of the John Madejski Centre for Reputation and a member of the Faculty for Human Resource Management, at Henley Management College - will be providing an insight into the importance of a positive business culture, at the next in the series of Business Insight 2010 events, to be held on 5 March at Ascot Racecourse. With the view that psychology has a tendency to focus on the negative, with businesses and individuals following suit, Kevin will explore the significance of employers instilling a positive culture in the workplace. This involves employees taking time out to reflect and share experiences in terms of what is working well and why. An editor of the Journal of General Management and Manager Update, Kevin’s style is engaging, interactive and refreshing. He challenges the status quo and brings a unique blend of knowledge, enthusiasm, and cross-cultural experience to his work with organisations. Commenting on the event Philip Montague, business manager for the Bracknell Chamber of Commerce, said: “As an expert in his field - working as a consultant mentor to companies including BT, Canon, Marks & Spencer, Barclays, Tesco, the Hong Kong Police, the Parkinson’s Disease Society and the New Zealand Fire Service – Kevin will deliver an insightful and motivating speech, which will help attendees understand how negative thinking can burden their business. “Following the presentation, Kevin will open up the floor to questions and comments, so make sure come prepared to take part in a lively and insightful debate. For more information, and to book your place at this month’s Business Insight event, visit www.thamesvalleychamber.co.uk Notes to Editor Graham Wadsworth, director of Indigo Blue Productions and vice president of the Bracknell Chamber of Commerce, interviewed Michael Portillo following February’s sell out event. To view this interview, visit: Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/user/BracknellVision#p/u/1/b8IBrQ5g1Fw Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/user/BracknellVision#p/u/0/QKa3PkUzBnw About the Bracknell Chamber of Commerce The Bracknell Chamber of Commerce is part of the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group, which works with businesses across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire to help them achieve their full business potential through: meeting new customers; cutting costs; developing their workforce; influencing local decision makers; and arming them with business intelligence. Membership is available to all businesses. For all press enquiries, please contact Marianne Creaney on 01753 870 518, email: mariannecreaney@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk

18 Feb - Slough Chamber Awards: Shortlisted businesses announced

With just one week left to the Slough Chamber Awards Gala Dinner, to be held at the Copthorne Hotel Slough/ Windsor on 25 February, the panel of judges have deliberated and have announced the shortlisted companies for each of the nine categories. The categories include: Achievement in International Business; Award for Excellence in People Development; Entrepreneur of the Year; Excellence in Customer Service; Micro Business of the Year; Most Promising New Business; The Award for Innovation; The Green Award; and Business of the Year. Sponsored by some of the foremost organisations in the area, The Slough Chamber Awards will recognise and celebrate the achievements of businesses in the SL postcode area, from small sole traders to large blue chip organisations. Commenting Gavin Spencer, senior business manager for the Slough Chamber of Commerce, said: “With the vast number of high quality submissions that we received, being shortlisted for these prestigious awards is an achievement in itself. We would like to congratulate all those businesses who have got to this stage of the competition and are looking forward to announcing the winners at the Gala Dinner on 25 February. “The Slough Chamber Awards is an incredibly important event, allowing the business community to come together to celebrate the organisations that make Slough so economically successful. With almost 250 business people attending the fully booked event, it is sure to be an evening to remember!” For more information on the Slough Chamber Awards, visit www.sloughchamberawards.co.uk Notes to Editor Shortlisted companies in each category: Achievement in International Business • Logfret UK Limited • Oxford Filtration Ltd • Signet International Limited Award for Excellence in People Development • Euro London Appointments • Hygiene Group Ltd • The Westgate School Entrepreneur of the Year • Breeze Photographic Ltd • Goldteam Recruitment Ltd • The Real Wine Company Excellence in Customer Service • Datek Solutions Ltd • Royal Windsor Racecourse • Vision Micro Business of the Year • Beyond Creative Thinking • Escential Limited T/A ScentAir Uk • Targ8 Limited Most Promising New Business • ISE Partners • Website Copy Ltd • Wilson Partners Limited The Award for Innovation • Bucks Laboratories Limited • edgeofmyseat Ltd • System Associates Ltd The Green Award • Drivers Jonas LLP • Greener World Ltd • Mars Chocolate UK Business of the Year Details of the shortlisted companies for this category will be announced during the Gala Dinner on 25 February. Sponsors of the Awards O2, Kinnarps, SEGRO, Slough Borough Council, Polycom, Haines Watts, UK Trade and Investment, Owen White Solicitors, the SEGRO Enterprise Quarter and the Berkshire Media Group. About the Slough Chamber of Commerce The Slough Chamber of Commerce is part of the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group, which works with businesses across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire to help them achieve their full business potential through: meeting new customers; cutting costs; developing their workforce; influencing local decision makers; and arming them with business intelligence. Membership is available to all businesses. For all press enquiries, please contact Marianne Creaney on 01753 870 518, email: mariannecreaney@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk

15 Feb - Thames Valley Business Women Celebrate International Women’s Day

Business women from across the Thames Valley will unite at the Hilton Hotel, Reading, to celebrate International Women’s day on 8 March. The event will provide attendees with the opportunity to learn about the essential secrets of business success and the chance to build their network, through a wide range of networking activities. Set to attract over 100 business women, the event will welcome a range of motivational speakers, including keynote speaker Liz Jackson, MBE, CEO, Great Guns Marketing. A multi-award winning business woman, she is a truly inspirational speaker and enthrals audiences with her witty, genuine and highly entertaining natural talent. Her business achievements speak for themselves as Liz’s company, Great Guns Marketing, goes from strength to strength; a company she started in 1998 aged 25 with no money, no advanced education and rapidly failing eyesight. Liz is now totally blind but continues to build her company into the UK’s leading business to business telemarketing force. Drawing from her own experiences, Liz is adept at presenting on a range of subjects, including motivation and inspiration. Attendees can also enjoy an entertaining and interactive workshop presented by Success Network founders Ute Wieczorek-King & Mary Fraser. The workshop will focus on the key attributes of famous women, and how women can learn from them. Commenting on the event Ginette Gower, head of sales and marketing at the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group, said: “We are delighted to be collaborating on the only evening event for International Women’s Day in the Thames Valley. The evening promises to be inspirational and motivational for business women in the region. Delegates will be able to network, hear from excellent speakers and share knowledge that will help grow their business. Join us for an inspirational networking and learning experience that will both energise and motivate you to excel in business!” The event is organised by the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group in conjunction with Success Network and is sponsored by Business Link, NatWest Bank, Champneys Health Resort and Menzies Accountants. For further information, and to book your place on the event, visit www.thamesvalleychamber.co.uk or call our customer services team on 01753 870500. END Notes to Editor Additional speakers include: • Beth Rogers, Portsmouth University Business School Topic: Help Me Buy • Helen Krag, Agile Learning & Development Topic: Insights to Help Steer You & Your Business through Change • Helene Cooper, The Funshop Way, and Ute Wieczorek-King, Success Network Topic: Creating Win-Win Business Relationships About the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group The Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group works with businesses across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire to help them achieve their full business potential through: meeting new customers; cutting costs; developing their workforce; influencing local decision makers; and arming them with business intelligence. Membership is available to all businesses. For all press enquiries, please contact Marianne Creaney on 01753 870 518, email: mariannecreaney@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk

09 Feb - Reading Property Group Focuses on One Reading Central

The vast Reading One Central development, which has transformed the town’s skyline and boasts its greatest environmental credentials, will be the venue and the topic for this month’s Reading Property Group, to be held on Wednesday 17 February. With Yell, the international directory business, relocating to the development in April - with plans to occupy 7 of the 10 floors available - the event will welcome Simon Taylor, head of property for Yell, as guest speaker. Simon will discuss the building’s suitability for Yell and its impact on Reading’s property market and its national position. Nick Coote, regional director and head of office for Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH) based in Reading, will also be speaking at the event. LSH has been appointed as one of the agents by developer Kier and acquired the office space on behalf of Yell. Nick is a respected and experienced commercial property agent within the M3/M4 corridors with particular focus on the office market in the Thames Valley. Commenting on the event Gary Cranford, business manager for the Reading Chamber of Commerce, said: “This month’s event will focus on the development, allowing attendees to gain an understanding of its impact on Reading’s property and construction sector. The forum will also offer attendees the chance to take part in a lively and informative debate, so make sure you come armed with plenty of questions!” For more information, and to book your place, visit www.thamesvalleychamber.co.uk or call our customer services team on 01753 870500. End About the Reading Chamber of Commerce The Reading Chamber of Commerce is part of the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group works with businesses across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire to help them achieve their full business potential through: meeting new customers; cutting costs; developing their workforce; influencing local decision makers; and arming them with business intelligence. Membership is available to all businesses. For all press enquiries, please contact Marianne Creaney on 01753 870 518, email: mariannecreaney@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk

09 Feb - The Government Must Support Our Exporters

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has today reported its December trade figures, which have highlighted Britain’s unexpected widening trade deficit with the rest of the world. The figures show that the deficit in goods and services was £3.3 billion in December, compared with £2.9 billion in November. Commenting on this Anne White, head of international trade for the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group, said: “In contrast to our recent Quarterly Economic Survey results, which highlighted an overall improvement in the UK’s international trade activities, these figures show a welcome increase in exports; however, the rise in imports is stronger and the trade deficit has widened. It is clear that the much-needed rebalancing of the economy towards export-led growth is not progressing quickly enough. “With the favourable international environment for British exporters, given the competitive sterling exchange rate and global growth edging up, the UK’s trading performance is not strong enough. “To strengthen Britain’s international trading position, the government must be more forceful in its support of our exporters, implementing measures that ensure adequate trade finance is available.” End Notes to editors The Office for National Statistics (ONS) report See: http://www.statistics.gov.uk/cci/nugget.asp?ID=199 Quarterly Economic Survey See: http://www.thamesvalleychamber.co.uk/881/ The Chamber’s International Trade Department The International Trade team at the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group provides advice and assistance to help businesses trade within the EU and across the world. For more information call 01753 870560. About the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group The Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group works with businesses across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire to help them achieve their full business potential through: meeting new customers; cutting costs; developing their workforce; influencing local decision makers; and arming them with business intelligence. Membership is available to all businesses. For all press enquiries, please contact Marianne Creaney on 01753 870 518, email: mariannecreaney@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk

04 Feb - The Slough Chamber Awards 2010: Celebrating the Best of Slough Business

Following careful deliberation by a team of judges, the winners and runners up of the Slough Chamber Awards were decided in January, and will be announced at a gala dinner, held at the Copthorne Hotel Slough/ Windsor on 25 February. The Slough Chamber Awards will recognise and celebrate the achievements of businesses in the SL postcode area, from small sole traders to large blue chip organisations. It includes nine categories and is sponsored by some of the foremost businesses in the area, including O2, Kinnarps, SEGRO, Slough Borough Council, Polycom, Haines Watts, UK Trade and Investment, Owen White Solicitors, the SEGRO Enterprise Quarter and the Berkshire Media Group. Welcoming Ricky Gervais lookalike, Tim Oliver, as the MC, the awards are set to attract over 200 of the area’s leading business figures and will include a charity auction with 100 per cent of the profit donated to Age Concern, Slough. Commenting, Gavin Spencer, senior business manager for the Slough Chamber of Commerce, said: “The competition was rife for this year’s awards and we were impressed by the quality of nominations. The judges had a tough challenge in deciding upon the winners, but we are confident that the best business in each category has won. “The Slough Chamber Awards is not just about celebrating the largest, wealthiest companies in the region, but rather to celebrate the success of all businesses, who have undoubtedly faced many challenges in 2009. “Slough has a thriving business sector which contributes more than £8 billion to the national economy, and it’s time to recognise the organisations that have made the area such a success.” With just a few places left at the gala awards ceremony, visit www.thamesvalleychamber.co.uk or call our customer services team on 01753 870500 to book your place and avoid disappointment. There are also a very limited number of advertising opportunities remaining in the Slough Chamber Awards evening programme. Prices range from £35 - £100. Contact Raimonda on 01753 870516 for more information. End Notes to Editor About the Slough Chamber of Commerce The Slough Chamber of Commerce is part of the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce Group, which works with businesses across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Wiltshire to help them achieve their full business potential through: meeting new customers; cutting costs; developing their workforce; influencing local decision makers; and arming them with business intelligence. Membership is available to all businesses. For all press enquiries, please contact Marianne Creaney on 01753 870 518, email: mariannecreaney@thamesvalleychamber.co.uk