Stakeholders

Stakeholders are the individuals and groups who have an interest in the organization and, therefore, may wish to influence aspects of its mission, objectives and strategies.

Definitions

According to the Corporate Strategy by Lynch (4th edition),

Stakeholders. The individuals and groups who have an interest in the organization and, therefore, may wish to influence aspects of its mission, objectives and strategies.

According to the Strategic Management by Parnell (4th edition),

Stakeholders. Individuals or groups who are affected by or can influence an organization's operations.

According to the Strategic Management by David and David (15th edition),

Stakeholders. The individuals and groups of individuals who have a special stake or claim on the company, such as a firm's customers, employees, shareholders, and creditors.