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ICFA Has New Awards Gala Format

July 31, 2013  by in Industry, Special Events   

The new event will draw together all segments of the outdoor furnishings industry to recognize and celebrate top retail stores, manufacturers, representatives and product designs. Previously the awards were presented during two separate events.

Tickets for the gala--the premier event of the International Casual Furniture & Accessories Market--can be ordered from the ICFA Web site for $65 per person or $600 for a table for 10.

In a special invitation to new attendees, first-timers may attend the gala for $55 per person, or $500 for a table of 10 first-time guests.

Awards presented during the gala include the Apollo Awards for retail excellence. Five finalists have been named in each of two categories--single store and multi-store--and all 10 will be honored before the winners in each category are announced.

In addition, the ICFA Manufacturer of the Year and Sales Representative of the Year will be announced.

The Awards Gala also includes presentation of the Lillian B. Winchester “Best of Show” Award, which is selected from among 11 category winners in the annual Design Excellence competition honoring top outdoor product designs.

Finally, ICFA will present a video tribute to the 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Ken Burrows of Pasadena Patio in Pasadena, Calif.

The evening begins with a 6:30 p.m. cocktail reception. Dinner, entertainment and the awards program follow the reception. Guests are invited to congratulate the 2013 award honorees while enjoying dessert and dancing to conclude the evening’s festivities.