International Project Management Day
Every year on November 5, the deadline heroes take a bow. International Project Management Day honors the planners, schedulers, and steady-handed leaders who turn ambitious ideas into finished projects, on time and on budget.
- Roots
- Founded in 2004 by E. Laverne Johnson, Lori Milhaven, and the IIL team
- Also on Nov 5
- World Tsunami Awareness Day · International Stout Day · Cash Back Day
- Hashtag
- #InternationalProjectManagementDay
3 ways to celebrate
Thank a Project Manager
Write a quick note, give a shoutout in a team meeting, or nominate your favorite PM for recognition. A little appreciation goes a long way for the people who quietly keep everything moving.
Join the Global Conversation
Tune in to the annual online conference, attend a local workshop or seminar, and share what you learn with #ProjectManagementDay. Even one new technique can transform your next project.
Host a Project Movie Night
Gather the team for a film that shows project management in action, like Apollo 13, Ocean's 11, or Back to the Future. Debate the best on-screen plan afterward. Popcorn required.
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