Francis Cheng

Francis Cheng (Chinese: 鄭紹康) is a Hong Kong public relations consultant, talent manager and television host. He has worked in public relations, marketing promotion and artist management for over 30 years. He previously worked at Occasions Asia Pacific and founded Number One PR Communication Limited in 2016. He participates in social events and media platforms in Hong Kong and serves on committees of the UNICEF Hong Kong Committee and the Hong Kong Ocean Park Conservation Fund.[1][2]

Early life

Francis was born in Hong Kong. In his early years he studied at St. Joseph’s College, then moved to Vancouver, Canada to study at Simon Fraser University. During his time in Canada he was exposed to multicultural environments and developed multilingual and communication skills, which became the foundation of his public relations career. After completing his university studies, he returned to Hong Kong to develop his career.[3]

Education

Francis graduated from the Communication Studies Department of Simon Fraser University in Canada, majoring in journalism and communication. From 2006 to 2008 he obtained a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Hong Kong. He has also served as a guest lecturer at the University of Hong Kong, Peking University, Hong Kong Polytechnic University and the Chinese University of Hong Kong on topics related to public relations and marketing promotion.[4]

Career

Early career

After returning to Hong Kong from Canada, Francis worked with Dr. Allan Zeman on public relations for the Lan Kwai Fong Group’s restaurant businesses in Hong Kong and Shanghai. He served as Public Relations Director and was responsible for brand promotion and event planning.[5]

Occasions Asia Pacific period

In 2001 He joined Occasions Asia Pacific Limited, founded by Pansy Ho. He rose to the position of CEO. During his tenure he handled public relations and marketing projects in Paris, Milan, Dubai, Japan, Korea, Thailand, Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Hong Kong, working with high-end brands and celebrity events. His responsibilities included personal public relations and crisis management.[6]

Independent venture

In 2016 He established his own company, Number One PR Communication Limited, focusing on public relations, marketing promotion and artist management. The company’s clients include TVB artists, globally renowned brands and enterprises, Hong Kong SAR Government departments, international high-profile clients and bloggers. The business covers brand event planning and crisis management. He also serves as a columnist and programme host. He manages several artists, including Hilary Tsui.[7]

Hosting programmes

Francis has hosted the interview programme series Number One Friend and Number One Friend 2 on Hong Kong Open TV.[8]

He also hosts Supreme Life on Metro Broadcast’s News Channel, which started broadcasting on 3 August 2023, every Thursday from 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm.[9]

Recent activities

In recent years Francis has been active on platforms such as Xiaohongshu, Douyin and Instagram, sharing daily luxury outfits, gourmet tasting, lifestyle and PR industry information.[10]

Charity and social activities

Francis participates in multiple charitable activities, including serving as a member of the Communications and Innovation Committee of the UNICEF Hong Kong Committee, promoting children’s rights advocacy and fundraising.[11]

He is also a member of the Fundraising Committee of the Hong Kong Ocean Park Conservation Fund, participating in environmental activities such as the “OPCFHK Charity”. He has supported the Hong Kong Cancer Fund for many years.[12]

In 2015 he organised an amfAR (American Foundation for AIDS Research) charity gala in Hong Kong, inviting international celebrities including Victoria Beckham, Michelle Yeoh, T.O.P from South Korea’s BIGBANG, Naomi Campbell, Lang Lang, Adrien Brody, Kate Moss and Uma Thurman.[13]

References

  1. ↑ "「社交界第一型男」出席LV家具展 香港中半山超級豪宅舉行 250萬透明箱嚇窒前何超瓊愛將". CCUE. 6 July 2025. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  2. ↑ "On World Children's Day, UNICEF HK Calls to "Listen to the Future"". UNICEF Hong Kong. 20 November 2024. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  3. ↑ "CEO Profile". Number One PR Communication Limited. 12 September 2021. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  4. ↑ "CEO Profile". Number One PR Communication Limited. 12 September 2021. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  5. ↑ "CEO Profile". Number One PR Communication Limited. 12 September 2021. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  6. ↑ "天機發聲明 「天下第一關」鄭紹康已離職". Yahoo News. 19 December 2016. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  7. ↑ "開聖誕P無請舊老闆何超瓊 鄭紹康﹕因為場地細". Ming Pao Weekly. 25 December 2016. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  8. ↑ "CEO Profile". Number One PR Communication Limited. 12 September 2021. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  9. ↑ "Catch up Supreme Life". Supreme. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  10. ↑ "What's In Their Shopping Cart? 5 Things Francis Cheng Is Buying This Week". Tatler Asia. 29 March 2022. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  11. ↑ "On World Children's Day, UNICEF HK Calls to "Listen to the Future"". UNICEF Hong Kong. 20 November 2024. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  12. ↑ "The Team". Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
  13. ↑ "CEO Profile". Number One PR Communication Limited. 12 September 2021. Retrieved 12 March 2026.
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