What began with a coffee and a stroll in the park on a balmy December evening in Al Ain has blossomed into a thriving business. That evening, we spoke of possible futures: where to go, what to do; new directions, new challenges. For two English Language teachers, two colleagues and friends, for Lana and Peter, it was time to take the path less travelled, to take a chance, to step up and create something new something that would last, something they could be proud of, something that would represent the knowledge and skills they had developed over many years in classrooms and lecture theatres. And we have created something new! Something we can be proud of, something that represents the best of what we know, the best of what we have done in the world of language education. We are working today with our students in the bright, lively learning spaces that make up Skills Utopia. Fervent believers in the One World, we have always combined the best of East and West in our classrooms. Innovative and student-cantered approaches are a priority in delivering engaging lessons and workshops. And we are honoured, privileged to be here in this special place with our students, as they set off on their own journeys to higher education, to a new career or a better quality of life. We value a life-long relationship with our students; their achievements have become part of our life and we love the role we play. Our students stay in contact with us even after they have finished their courses