National Boss’s Day originated in the mind of Patricia Bays Haroski, an employee at State Farm Insurance Company in Chicago. She registered the holiday with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in 1958, selecting October 16 as the date as it was her dad’s birthday. Haroski’s goal was to express gratitude for her boss, as well as to recognize all great employers across the country. She hoped the day would improve and enhance the relationship between employees and their supervisors, bosses and owners. In 1962, Illinois Governor Otto Kerner proclaimed the day an official observance (although it is not a national holiday). In addition to the United States, the day is celebrated in several other countries such as Australia and India.

At Billy Heroman’s Flowers & Gifts, we believe that a great boss deserves to be recognized.  So here’s to the mentors, the promoters, the leaders, and all those who make our workplace a positive place to be every day! We say thank you with beautiful gifts of plants and flowers that will look awesome in any work environment.

The Thanks to You Bouquet is bright and cheerful ,and conveys your appreciation for your great boss in beautiful style. And if she has created an amazing team dynamic and morale, how about getting everyone in on the gift? Collect money from all the employees, and surprise your boss with a beautiful or delicious gift, like our Chocoholic Gourmet Basket. After all, nothing says “thank you” better than chocolate! 

Green plants are always a perfect fit for any office or business, and our Ceramic Dish Gardens are no exception. Long-lasting and vibrant, these gifts will remind your supervisor for months to come that you think he is the best!

Your boss has done a great job of pulling together a bunch of personalities to work as a cohesive unit, and there is something for everyone in our Junk Food Gift Basket. Sure, the gift is for your boss, but he is bound to share. (If you prefer, we also have a Health Food Basket, and Fruit Baskets to choose from!)

Experts estimate that we will spend between 25 and 35% of our lives at work – so if your boss is someone who makes that time enjoyable and fulfilling, say thank you! National Boss’s Day is October 16, and here in Baton Rouge, the place to find the best gifts is Billy Heroman’s Flowers & Gifts.