Former eBay CEO Meg Whitman, a close advisor to presumptive Republican presidential nominee John McCain, will speak at the Republican National Convention next month. Whitman, who advises McCain on economic matters, will speak on the second day of the convention devoted to the theme of prosperity.

The press release announcing the theme and speakers at the convention say of day two's agenda stated, "The American story is one of perseverance. Even in the face of tough times, the ingenuity and spirit of the American people has ushered in a new era of prosperity. Wednesday's program will focus on John McCain's plans to get our economy back on track and continue our long tradition of meeting the challenges we face and using our prosperity to help others. The day will conclude with an address by the vice presidential nominee."

Pundits have speculated on Whitman's chances of being selected McCain's running mate. Asked at the recent Saddleback Presidential Forum, "Who are the three wisest people you know in your life?" McCain chose Whitman as one such person.

Also speaking on September 3rd are U.S. Sen. Norm Coleman (Minn.); Former Gov. Mitt Romney (Mass.); Mrs. Cindy McCain; Gov. Bobby Jindal (La.); Republican Party's Vice Presidential Nominee; and Carly Fiorina, Victory '08 Chairman for the Republican National Committee and former Chairman and CEO of Hewlett-Packard Co. - another Silicon Valley woman considered having a shot at the VP slot.

Meg Whitman was National Co-Chair for Mitt Romney until he dropped out of the race, and now has the same role for the McCain campaign.