The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) has announced finalists for the 2012 Apollo Awards. The program recognizes retail excellence in the sales and marketing of outdoor furnishings. Finalists must demonstrate outstanding accomplishments and commitment to customer service.

ICFA members will vote, via online ballot, for a winner in each category, later this summer. Finalists will be honored and the winners will be announced at a gala awards banquet on September 22, 2012, during the Chicago International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market.

In the single-store category, the 2012 finalists are AuthenTEAK (Atlanta, Georgia); Daylight Home, Lighting & Patio (San Luis Obispo, California); Kolo Collection (Atlanta); Outdoor Elegance (La Verne, California); and Sunshine Furniture (Vero Beach, Florida).

In the multistore category, the finalists are ABSCO Fireplace & Patio (Birmingham, Alabama); Fishels (Portland, Oregon); Greenhouse Mall (Austin, Texas); Patios Plus (Rancho Mirage, California); and Yard Art Patio & Fireplace (Irving, Texas).