Mr Ryan CHEUNG

Ryan is a Hong Kong-born and raised entrepreneur whose career trajectory reflects a keen understanding of emerging technologies and a commitment to nurturing future generations. A graduate of the University of Hong Kong with a BBA in Accounting and Finance, Ryan initially pursued a career in investment banking. His rapid ascent in the financial world saw him become the youngest Director in Asia at Leonteq Securities AG (formerly EFG Financial Products) at the age of just 26, where he was responsible for structured solutions and expanding the company's Asian franchise.

Ryan’s vision extended beyond the traditional financial landscape. He recognized the transformative potential of big data and artificial intelligence, believing these technologies would reshape the global landscape. This conviction led him to a pivotal career change in 2016. He left the banking industry to co-found PressLogic, a digital media company targeting millennials. As Founder & CEO, Ryan spearheaded the development of PressLogic's proprietary AI-powered data analysis system, MediaLens. This system provided deep insights into social media content and advertising markets, enabling PressLogic to build a portfolio of successful digital media platforms, including popular platforms like GirlStyle, HolidaySmart, BusinessFocus, UrbanLifeHealth, MamiDaily, TopBeauty, PopLady, PetCity, and KDaily. Within a few short years, PressLogic achieved remarkable growth, amassing over 13 million followers across major social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Threads, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Xiaohongshu.

This impressive growth trajectory attracted significant attention from investors. In 2018, PressLogic successfully secured USD 10 million in Series A funding. Under Ryan’s leadership, PressLogic has evolved into a diversified group with over 200 employees worldwide. The company's business now encompasses AI-powered brand technology SaaS, data-driven content marketing, and local lifestyle e-commerce platforms, with operations spanning Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, India, Korea, and Malaysia. PressLogic's ambition is to become a world-leading advertising technology group, leveraging its Hong Kong base to expand its global reach. PressLogic's achievements include the 2023 Deloitte Hong Kong Technology Fast & Rising Star Award, recognition as an Elite Programme Company by the Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation, and a proud graduate from the Hong Kong Cyberport's Startup Alumnus Incubation Programme.

Ryan's achievements have garnered widespread recognition. He was named a "Young Leader" by Asia Tatler in 2019 and featured on their "Generation T 2019" list, which highlights young leaders shaping Asia's future. He was also included in the "Tatler Hot List: 25 Entrepreneurs Shaping Our Future" in 2020. In 2024, he received the prestigious honor of being named to Campaign Asia's "40 Under 40" list, the only Hong Kong entrepreneur to achieve this distinction. 

Beyond his entrepreneurial pursuits, Ryan is deeply committed to social responsibility and actively involved in supporting the startup community. He served on the Committee on Reduction of Salt and Sugar in Food for the Hong Kong SAR government's Food and Health Bureau from 2020 to 2023. Since 2021, he has mentored aspiring business leaders through the HKU Business School Mentorship Programme. Furthermore, Ryan has been a mentor for the iDendron Incubation Program at the University of Hong Kong since 2019, and he serves as a Melo CEO for Project Melo, a program designed to nurture the next generation of Hong Kong leaders. In 2024, he joined the Hong Kong Y. Elite Association. These commitments demonstrate Ryan's dedication to fostering innovation, empowering young entrepreneurs, and contributing to the future of Hong Kong and the broader region.