Table A2

Structure of the interview guide

Research objectivesQuestions in the guideTypes of questions
0.1 – Company profile0.1 – Indicate and describe the company where you work: sector of activity, location and legal statusDescriptive
0.2 – Characterization of the interviewee0.2 – Identify yourself by stating your name, position and department. What functions do you perform in relation to stakeholder management and/or corporate sustainability?Descriptive
1 – Understand how Portuguese companies map and manage their stakeholders, integrating them into their strategy and governance1 – Can you describe how your company defines and identifies its main stakeholders?Descriptive
2 – How is stakeholder management carried out in your company?Descriptive
3 – What are the main reasons for implementing stakeholder capitalism?Exploratory
2 – Identify and describe the Stakeholder Capitalism strategies and tools that have been implemented4 – What are the main practices and tools you use to align stakeholder interests with company strategy?Descriptive
4.1 – Are these practices formalized and defined in the company’s reporting structure? If so, how?Descriptive
3 – Understand how the values of leaders/managers influence strategic definition and the level of engagement with stakeholders5 – How would you describe the role of leadership in integrating sustainability and social responsibility into the company’s strategy?Exploratory
6 – What is the main objective with which leaders promote the adoption of Stakeholder Capitalism in their company?(a) Maximizing financial performance and reducing reputational risks(b) Achieving long-term competitive advantage, growth and resilience(c) Promoting the common good and supporting the communityRelational/comparative
4 – Identify the metrics and indicators used to analyze the real impact of Stakeholder Capitalism practices on the company’s sustainability7 – What metrics and indicators does your company use to assess the impact of sustainability practices and stakeholder engagement?Descriptive
5 – Identify barriers and critical factors that condition the practical implementation of stakeholder capitalism8 – What do you consider to be the biggest challenges faced by management in implementing stakeholder capitalism?Descriptive

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