The International Casual Furnishings Association has announced the finalists for the 2017 Apollo Awards. The program recognizes retail excellence in the sales and marketing of outdoor furnishings.

Finalists must demonstrate outstanding accomplishments plus a commitment to customer service and dedication to professional development for their staff. The finalist is recognized as an exceptional dealer in their trading area and a model for others within the industry, as well as characterized by innovative marketing and merchandising strategies.

The ICFA membership will vote via an online ballot for a winner in each of two categories later this summer. Finalists will be honored and the winners announced at the ICFA Awards Gala on September 14 at The Field Museum during the Casual Market Chicago.

Finalists in the 2017 competition include:

Single-Store Category

Kolo Collection, Atlanta, Georgia
Patios Plus, Rancho Mirage, California
Rustic By Design Fireplace & Patio, Morgantown, West Virginia
Sunnyland Furniture, Dallas, Texas
Villa Terrazza Patio & Home, Sonoma, California
Village Green Home and Garden, Rockford, Illinois

Multi-Store Category

ABSCO Fireplace & Patio, Birmingham, Alabama
Daylight Home, Lighting & Patio, San Luis Obispo, California
Elegant Outdoor Living, Bonita Springs, Florida
Outside in Style, Austin, Texas
Pacific Patio, Santa Monica, California
Today’s Patio, Scottsdale, Arizona

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