Meg Whitman: Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Californians are big believers in the American dream, and for generations, California has been the home of new ideas and new inventions.

Technology, innovation and entrepreneurship have transformed California into one of the largest economies in the world.

To remain a leader, California must continue to foster the right climate for small businesses.

Whitman served as president and CEO of eBay for 10 years. During her tenure, eBay expanded globally and developed a culture and infrastructure that turned the company into an unparalleled business success story.

Here, she discusses why encouraging and rewarding innovation is key to the continued economic success of California and, in turn, the entire country.