About
Meg Whitman is an American business executive, diplomat, and politician. She is best known for her tenure as CEO of eBay from 1998 to 2008, during which she oversaw the company's significant growth and expansion. Whitman has also held executive positions at Hewlett-Packard and Quibi. She served as the United States Ambassador to Kenya from July 2022 to November 2024.
Career Timeline
CEO of eBay
Takes over as CEO and leads eBay's rapid growth.
Leaves eBay
Steps down as CEO of eBay after transforming the company.
Runs for Governor
Runs for Governor of California but loses the election.
CEO of Hewlett-Packard
Becomes CEO of Hewlett-Packard, aiming to revitalize the tech giant.
Steps down from HP
Leaves her position as CEO of Hewlett-Packard Enterprise.
Quibi Launch and Closure
Leads Quibi, a short-form video platform, which quickly shuts down.
Ambassador to Kenya
Appointed as the United States Ambassador to Kenya.
Ends Ambassadorship
Completes her term as the United States Ambassador to Kenya.
Business and Philanthropy
Focuses on business ventures and philanthropic efforts.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026