Stakeholder

A stakeholder is any individual, group, or organization with a direct or indirect interest in a company’s activities. They have the potential to influence, or be influenced by, the company’s actions, strategies, and policies. This includes both internal stakeholders (such as employees and shareholders) and external stakeholders (such as clients, suppliers, service providers, media, government entities, and regulatory bodies). Stakeholders’ interests can vary, but all share a connection to the organization’s objectives and operations.