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Sonia Cheng

Chief Executive Officer, Rosewood Hotel Group · China

✓ Verified current role· as of 2026-09-28

Sonia Cheng is the CEO of Rosewood Hotel Group. Cheng is based in China. Cheng was born in 1980 in Hong Kong and educated at Harvard College and Harvard University.

Hong Kong-based business executive who became CEO of Rosewood Hotel Group in 2011 at age 30. Previously worked at a major international investment bank and global private equity firm specializing in real estate. Holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Applied Mathematics with concentration in Economics from Harvard University.

Recent developments

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Recent coverage of Rosewood Hotel Group has focused on the company's expansion initiatives, including a landmark Tokyo opening and confidence in Middle East growth, alongside workplace policy developments centered on employee benefits. Multiple reports have highlighted the introduction of a global 16-week fully paid gender-neutral parental leave policy, reflecting the company's emphasis on female empowerment in the hospitality sector. Coverage has also touched on potential asset sales within the Rosewood portfolio amid the company's geographic expansion efforts.

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Born
November 17, 1980 · Hong Kong
Citizenship
People's Republic of China
Education
Harvard College, Harvard University, St. Paul's Co-educational College
Awards
Tatler Most Influential Hong Kong

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Sonia Cheng: FAQ

Who is Sonia Cheng?
Sonia Cheng is the Chief Executive Officer of Rosewood Hotel Group, based in China.
What company does Sonia Cheng lead?
Sonia Cheng is CEO of Rosewood Hotel Group.
Where was Sonia Cheng educated?
Sonia Cheng studied at Harvard College, Harvard University, St. Paul's Co-educational College.