stakeholder
noun
stake·hold·er
ˈstāk-ˌhōl-dər 
1
: a person entrusted with the stakes of bettors
2
: one that has a stake in an enterprise
3
: one who is involved in or affected by a course of action
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The monitor would have the power to hire staff and consultants, interview stakeholders and gather data on Florida’s progress.
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Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026
According to Gartner, the modern B2B buyer journey now involves six to ten stakeholders and nearly thirty touchpoints.
—Jonathan Hunt, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Jules Borkent, executive vice president of global commercial partnerships and operations, will continue to oversee Nickelodeon Kids & Family’s business and strategy, working in partnership with Alec and other key stakeholders to maximize the Nick brand.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2026
Fast said the committee will meet with city leaders and other stakeholders to place plaques along the creek citing its history, including the theories behind its name.
—Sarah Ritter, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
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Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026
According to Gartner, the modern B2B buyer journey now involves six to ten stakeholders and nearly thirty touchpoints.
—Jonathan Hunt, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Jules Borkent, executive vice president of global commercial partnerships and operations, will continue to oversee Nickelodeon Kids & Family’s business and strategy, working in partnership with Alec and other key stakeholders to maximize the Nick brand.
—Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 10 Apr. 2026
Fast said the committee will meet with city leaders and other stakeholders to place plaques along the creek citing its history, including the theories behind its name.
—Sarah Ritter, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
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stakeholder
noun
stake·hold·er
ˈstāk-ˌhōl-dər
1
: a person holding property or owing an obligation that is claimed by two or more adverse claimants and who has no claim to or interest in the property or obligation
2
: a person having an interest or share in a commercial undertaking
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