International Client's Day – Mar. 19, 2027

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International Client’s Day arrives every March 19, dedicating itself to acknowledging the invaluable contributions of clients worldwide. Take this opportunity to express gratitude, strengthen professional bonds, and celebrate the partnerships that drive success. Show your clients how much you value their trust and business.

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Expected International Client's Day Deals

For International Client’s Day, businesses worldwide leverage this occasion to deepen relationships and offer tangible appreciation. While we await official 2027 promotions, history shows that companies like Salesforce often highlight customer success stories, while HubSpot might offer free resources or webinars focused on client retention. Software providers like Adobe and Microsoft frequently provide loyalty discounts or early access to new features for their long-standing clients. Service-based businesses such as Deloitte and Accenture often host exclusive client events or thought leadership sessions. Even smaller firms, like local marketing agencies or consultants, might offer personalized gifts or extended service hours. We will update this page with confirmed live deals as March 19 approaches.

Platform Guide for International Client's Day

LinkedIn

Tag National Today (linkedin.com/company/nationaltoday) and use #InternationalClientsDay. Share client success stories, testimonials, or insights into building strong professional relationships.

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Mention @NatlToday and use #InternationalClientsDay. Post quick tips for client retention or highlight exceptional client service experiences.

Facebook

Mention National Today (facebook.com/nationaltoday) and use #InternationalClientsDay. Create a poll asking businesses how they plan to celebrate their clients or share heartwarming client stories.

Social Media Tips for International Client's Day

Individuals

Reflect on a positive client experience you've had, either as a client or serving one. Share a short, anonymous anecdote about how a great client relationship made a difference.

Creators

Develop content around 'client spotlight' interviews, 'best practices for client communication,' or 'innovative ways to show client appreciation.' Highlight diverse industries.

Brands

Launch a 'Client of the Year' award, offer exclusive discounts to loyal customers, or host a virtual 'thank you' event. Showcase client testimonials and success stories.

Partners & Brands for International Client's Day

  1. Salesforce

    Founded in 1999 by Marc Benioff, Parker Harris, Dave Moellenhoff, and Frank Dominguez, Salesforce is a leading cloud-based software company. They are renowned for their customer relationship management (CRM) platform, which helps businesses manage and understand their client interactions and data.

  2. HubSpot

    Co-founded by Brian Halligan and Dharmesh Shah in 2006, HubSpot provides a full platform of marketing, sales, service, and CRM software. Their 'inbound' methodology emphasizes attracting, engaging, and delighting customers, making client satisfaction central to their mission.

  3. Accenture

    A global professional services company, Accenture was founded in 1989 (spun off from Arthur Andersen). They offer consulting and strategy services, working closely with clients across various industries to solve complex business challenges and drive innovation.

  4. Zendesk

    Founded in 2007 by Mikkel Svane, Morten Primdahl, and Alexander Aghassipour, Zendesk develops software that helps companies improve customer relationships. Their products focus on customer service, support, and engagement, enabling businesses to better serve their clients.

  5. Gartner

    Founded in 1979 by Gideon Gartner, this global research and advisory firm provides insights, advice, and tools for leaders in IT, finance, HR, and other functions. They serve as a trusted advisor to thousands of client organizations worldwide, helping them make critical business decisions.

  6. ServiceNow

    Founded in 2004 by Fred Luddy, ServiceNow is a cloud-based platform that delivers digital workflows. While often focused on internal IT and employee experiences, their solutions ultimately help businesses streamline operations to provide better service and value to their external clients.

  7. American Express

    Founded in 1850, American Express is a global financial services corporation known for its credit cards, charge cards, and traveler's cheque services. They have a strong reputation for premium customer service and a focus on building lasting relationships with their cardmembers and business clients.

International Client's Day Hero

The Client-Centric Leader

While no single historical figure is universally credited with founding International Client's Day, the spirit of the observance is embodied by leaders who champion client-centricity. Figures like Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, famously prioritized customer obsession, stating, 'We see our customers as invited guests to a party, and we are the hosts.' This philosophy emphasizes understanding client needs, delivering exceptional value, and fostering long-term trust, driving business success through dedicated client relationships.

History of International Client's Day

It was 2010 and people from a company in Klaipėda, Lithuania, were debating ideas to celebrate their anniversary. Given how important clients are to any business, they settled on giving thanks to their clients for their anniversary, only to conclude that while weird, quirky, and downright wacky holidays might exist, the world simply did not have anything to celebrate the client.

So, they thought, ‘Why not create one? The very first International Client’s Day greetings and celebrations went out on March 19, 2010, and it was a big event — newspapers reported on it, a new website dedicated to this day came up, and this day was even featured in the Lithuanian open calendar.

More and more companies joined in these celebrations each year until, in 2013, International Client’s Day was a major celebration for many major Lithuanian companies, with the President of Lithuania even commending this festival. Russia adopted this that same year, and within a few years, global companies also featured International Client’s Day among their other special events. But how and when did the tradition of recognizing client and customer loyalty begin?

One theory is that the concept of customer or client loyalty began in the late 18th century when American retailers would give copper tokens to be redeemed with future purchases. A popular concept when it first began, copper was unfortunately too expensive to give out, and copper tokens slowly fizzled out.

The idea that loyalty programs do double duty — first as marketing tools and second as a ‘thank you’ for all customers — spread its wings, however. People began offering all sorts of incentives as a ‘thank you’ for buying their products. Some memorable examples include the ‘Betty Crocker Points Program’ to exchange points for kitchenware, the frequent flier programs that offered free flights after flying a certain number of miles, and many more. In fact, tracking customer data, so rare in that age, became a common feature of all such programs, and people soon began analyzing customer trends for better insights into people’s behavior when availing of products and services.

The internet, social media, and technology have taken these loyalty programs to new places, and some brands have even formed strategic partnerships among themselves to give better rewards. Now, there are personalized rewards and personalized experiences to thank the clients for their patronage of businesses. For 21st-century clients, meaningful gestures have taken the place of tried-and-tested marketing gestures. Organizations are increasingly acknowledging the worth clients bring to the business by appreciating them publicly.

International Client's Day timeline

1896
Winning Customers’ Hearts (and Wallets)

The S&H Green Stamp Program — encouraging customers to collect green stamps on S&H (or Sperry & Hutchinson Co.) products to redeem on future purchases — makes the S&H company the largest purchaser of consumer products globally by the 1960s.

2019
Nike Breaks Up with Amazon

The American MNC wants to directly engage with its customers, which it can only do when it sells exclusively across its brand outlets and not via third-party sellers.

2020
Let's Talk About Customer Expectations

The customer service platform, Gladly, releases a report on customer expectations, which says 68% of consumers drop a brand when they feel undervalued and underappreciated.

2020
Customer Loyalty for Tourists

The Maldives establishes a country-wide tourism loyalty program — Maldives Border Miles — which rewards visitors for staying in this archipelagic country; it is the first such program in the world.

How Businesses Can Celebrate International Client's Day

Local businesses can honor International Client’s Day by implementing thoughtful gestures that show genuine appreciation. Consider offering a special ‘client appreciation’ discount for repeat customers, hosting a small virtual or in-person gathering for your most loyal patrons, or sending personalized thank-you notes. Service providers might offer a complimentary consultation or a bonus service to key clients. The goal is to reinforce relationships and acknowledge the trust clients place in your business, fostering continued loyalty.

International Client's Day FAQs

When is International Client's Day?

In 2027, International Client’s Day will be observed on Friday, March 19. This fixed date provides a consistent reminder to celebrate the essential relationships that drive commerce.

What is the economic impact of strong client relationships?

The value of client loyalty extends beyond direct sales, contributing significantly to a company’s brand reputation and market stability. Companies with high client satisfaction typically see lower marketing costs and higher lifetime value per client.

How do businesses typically celebrate clients?

Common celebrations include sending thank-you notes, offering free consultations, or providing early access to new products or services. The aim is to make clients feel valued and appreciated for their ongoing partnership.

What is the difference between a 'client' and a 'customer'?

The distinction often highlights the depth of engagement: clients often receive customized solutions and ongoing support, whereas customers engage in more standardized, one-off purchases. International Client’s Day emphasizes the relational aspect.

International Client's Day Activities

  1. Reward clients with gifts

    If you're someone who has clients, what do you do for those who keep coming back? Give them exclusive rewards, of course! Gift them special offers, discounts, and treats on their birthday. You can even come up with a specialized incentive plan for each client.

  2. Send clients a message

    Sometimes the smallest gestures have the biggest impact, and that is exactly why a personal message is more meaningful to build a successful partnership with the client. Spare some time to identify and personally message your gratitude to loyal clients.

  3. Use social media

    Whichever side you land on — client or organization — give a shout out to this day on social media. Let local businesses know about this day, and encourage more participation among your peers. You might just be responsible for making someone's day!

5 Fun Facts About International Client’s Day

  1. A holiday like no other

    International Client's Day is the only holiday in the world that was created especially for clients.

  2. Lithunian and Russian celebrations

    The land where this day originated sees huge participation by educational institutions, telecommunication companies, and government organizations, apart from local businesses.

  3. The difference between customer and client

    According to various dictionaries, a client pays for a service from a professional or organization, while a customer buys something from a place.

  4. Making customers loyal for life

    Digital experience company Acquia conducted a global survey that showed a whopping 75% of people are loyal for life if brands can gain their trust.

  5. The 21st-century reward

    SoFi, an American personal finance company, was the very first in the world to announce it would redeem reward points into cryptocurrency.

Why We Love International Client's Day

  1. Business and clients go hand-in-hand

    Clients are the foundation on which organizations thrive, and seeing clients get their due is heartwarming.

  2. Clients are the best advertisers

    A loyal and happy client can do for a business what no marketer can manage. Celebrating International Client's Day helps organizations come to this realization and take steps to keep clients happy for a long time.

  3. Gratitude can get very creative

    People have fun on both sides of this scenario — clients get fun and awesome rewards, and businesses reap the rewards of those rewards.

International Client's Day dates

Year Date Day
2027 March 19 Friday
2028 March 19 Sunday
2029 March 19 Monday
2030 March 19 Tuesday
2031 March 19 Wednesday