Biography:
Rasha El Hoshan was born on 6th November 1971. She is single. Her interests & hobbies are horseback riding and sculpture.

Education:
1998 – Masters Degree in Exhibit Design, Pratt Institute, New York, USA.
1994 – Bachelors Degree in International Politics, American University, Washington D.C, USA.

Work Experience:
In 2000, Ms. Rasha El Hoshan opened Hoshan Design as a separate entity from the Hoshan Group, her family’s business. Originally a landscaping and related accessories showroom, Ms. El Hoshan expanded her offering to include modern furniture, influenced by her days in New York.
Soon she was introduced to a major art patron, Rifat Sheikh Al Ardh, who asked her to design an exhibition at the King Abdul-Aziz Public Library for HH Prince Faisal Bin Abdullah Bin Mohamed, entitled “Al Furussiya”.
She is a member in the Chamber of Commerce; she was also invited to be a member of a 40 member special delegation to discuss the most important issues facing Saudi Arabia today with King Abdullah.

Why Rasha El Hoshan was chosen to be a part of Who’s Who Amongst Arab Women?
Rasha El Hoshan was chosen because she feels committed to KSA future by preserving the beauty of its heritage, culture, art and history for the next generation. She has such a passion about her work; she supervises the entire process from A to Z. She is voted one of the 50 most powerful women by Forbes Magazine.

Quotes:
My Philosophy for the next generation: “Education is the key to a bright future. Open your mind by travelling, exploring, and experimenting. Study in different education systems to experience true challenges to the way you think. Embrace the possibilities in front of each of you through education”

My Open letter to the world: “Saudi Arabia is still an unexplored intellectual and economic landscape. Put aside the misconceptions that exist and experience the hospitality and graciousness of the Saudi people. It is worth coming here with an open mind, tolerance, and respect for another culture, more so as we are living through a great period of economic growth that will redefine the global marketplace”

Source: Book “Leaders of Saudi Arabia” Published by Omnia International SARL – Saudi Arabia. (Page 104 and 105)