91. Job loss sparks venture into PR

A Twyford man has used the recession as the perfect springboard to set up his own public relations firm.

92. Survival guide backed by MP

Reading East MP Rob Wilson met experts last week  at the House of Commons to find out how to survive the recession.

93. Growing organically despite the crunch

A Caversham organic food company has defied the economic downturn by expanding its business and moving to bigger premises.

94. Thames Valley businesses weather the storm

Companies in Reading are continuing to weather the economic storm with many reporting strong sales across the sectors, according to new figures.

95. Get the Business: Longplay Designs

The boss: Chris Leinster and Robert Piper. They have more than 15 years graphic design and software experience between them.

96. Help beat business crime

Reading's top cop has called on the business community to work together with police to combat crime.

97. Trio on Target for exam success

Accountancy firm Target is celebrating a hat trick of exam successes at its Reading office.

98. Yell creditors approve move to tackle debts

Yell has finally been given the green light by lenders to press ahead with plans to cut its £3.8 billion debt mountain.

99. Mall boss remains optimistic amid the economic gloom

100. Women network to succeed