Hong Ra-hee

Early Life and Education

Hong Ra-hee was born on July 15, 1945, in Jeonju, South Korea. She graduated from Seoul National University with a degree in Applied Arts. She married Lee Kun-hee, and they had three children: Lee Jae-yong, Lee Boo-jin, and Lee Seo-hyun.

Rise to Success

Hong Ra-hee's influence stems from her marriage to Lee Kun-hee, who was the chairman of the Samsung Group. She served as the director of the Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art. She started her career at JoongAng Ilbo Publishing from 1975 to 1980, and later served as a Chairperson of Samsung Arts and Cultural Foundation since 1995.

Key Business Strategies

A key aspect of Hong Ra-hee's influence has been her role in the Leeum, Samsung Museum of Art. The museum houses significant collections and has helped promote Korean art and culture. She resigned from her position in 2017, but her return as honorary director is expected to reinvigorate Samsung's cultural initiatives.

Philanthropy

Hong Ra-hee and her family have been involved in supporting the arts and culture in South Korea. She also supports a residence for leprosy patients.