Sonia Cheng is the vice-chairman of Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Group (SEHK stock code:1929), where she is responsible for the strategic direction, performance and corporate transformation. Renowned for its product design, quality, and value, the Group caters to diverse customer segments through its iconic flagship brand “CHOW TAI FOOK” and other individual brands including HEARTS ON FIRE, ENZO, SOINLOVE and MONOLOGUE. Sonia is also the CEO of Rosewood Hotel Group, a leading global lifestyle and hospitality management group. Under her leadership since 2011, Rosewood has grown into a globally renowned luxury brand with more than 45 hotels across 23 countries with ongoing expansion. The group encompasses four distinct brands: Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®, New World Hotels & Resorts, Asaya and Carlyle & Co. Sonia, a visionary leader, revitalizes legacy brands to resonate with emerging demographics. Through Rosewood and Chow Tai Fook, Sonia connects local cultures, immersing guests and customers in impactful experiences, establishing enduring, relevant brands. Sonia is currently a member of the Hong Kong Tourism Board and is also a council member of The Chinese University of Hong Kong. Sonia holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Applied Mathematics with a concentration in Economics from Harvard University.