Ace Publications was founded by Peter Lyons in 1997.

Peter has extensive experience in teaching Economics in secondary schools in New Zealand. He has held a number of positions in New Zealand secondary schools as Head of Department (Economics) and spent several years lecturing at Auckland College of Education and Otago University (Foundation Studies).

It was in his early years of teaching that Peter began looking for ways to make the "Economics" classroom a more enjoyable experience for both his students and himself. Peter began creating his own texts and activities which not only fitted the New Zealand syllabus but also encapsulated his flair for humour and sense of fun.

Peter found that his students responded well to his range of interactive activities, exercises, simulations and games making the learning process a more enjoyable and memorable experience for everyone. Students were able to apply these fun exercises and case studies to real life situations and were able to gain a good understanding of important economic concepts.

Peter's texts and resources have been developed over his many years of teaching and he continues to bring new ideas and activities into the classroom. His texts and simulations are used widely in secondary schools throughout New Zealand and also in secondary schools and colleges internationally.

Peter Lyons has a Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Accounting, a Diploma of Teaching and a Masters of International Studies (Distinction).