Dr. Adrian Cheng SBS, JP

Founder and Executive Chairman

ALMAD Group, K11 by AC, K11

Dr. Adrian Cheng is a visionary business leader and cultural entrepreneur. A Harvard graduate, he founded K11 in 2008 and pioneered the “cultural commerce” model, integrating art, design, and retail. Under his leadership, landmark developments include Victoria Dockside, a US$2.6 billion cultural district featuring K11 MUSEA, and the US$3.9 billion Kai Tak Sports Park. His K11 by AC platform continues to expand across China, Asia, and the Middle East, advancing experiential retail and cultural innovation.

In 2025, he established ALMAD Group, a global conglomerate focused on emerging opportunities across culture, entertainment, sports, media, healthcare, and tourism, alongside digital and virtual assets. He also supports early-stage technology startups, fostering innovation and commercial growth.

Dr. Cheng is deeply committed to social impact. He founded the K11 Art Foundation and K11 Craft & Guild Foundation to nurture artists and preserve heritage, alongside initiatives such as Share for Good and The WEMP Foundation supporting vulnerable communities.

He holds key public roles in Hong Kong and has received numerous honours, including French national distinctions and the Silver Bauhinia Star. Dr. Cheng continues to shape the intersection of business, culture, and social innovation globally.