Administrative Professionals Day is observed on the Wednesday of the last full week of April, as part of Administrative Professionals Week.
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The day honors the contributions of administrative professionals who keep offices running smoothly and support their teams with dedication and skill.
On Administrative Professionals Day, employers and colleagues show appreciation through gifts, cards, flowers or lunches. Some offices organize team events or award ceremonies to celebrate their administrative staff.
Administrative Professionals Day was created in 1952 by the International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) to highlight the importance of administrative roles in the workplace.
Gifting items like personalized stationery, gift cards, or desk accessories is a common tradition. Many also write heartfelt thank-you notes to express gratitude.
Administrative Professionals Day has the original name of the holiday was National Secretaries Week, but it was updated in 2000 to reflect the evolving roles of administrative professionals.
Today, Administrative Professionals Day is celebrated with a mix of traditional gestures and modern perks, such as remote work bonuses or professional development opportunities. It is a chance to acknowledge the unsung heroes of the workplace.