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HOW OUR CLIENTS FEEL ABOUT THEIR ALUMNI CHAIRS
Accounting, Columbus School for Girls, Ohio
"The process from start to delivery was very easy. I worked with Dan he was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. He not only helped me with the selection of the chair and type of wood, he helped me with getting the correct logo uploaded, he kept me informed of every step from production to delivery. It is definitely a great place to order Captain's chairs."
Senior Associate Director, Stewardship, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
"Over the past year we started working with Dan and Alumni Chairs at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia to create custom miniature chairs for our endowed chairholders and donors. The chairs are very well made and beautiful and the entire process working with Dan, from our initial conversation about what we wanted to accomplish to delivery, has been a breeze! Our chairholders and donors love the chairs and feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Thank you Dan and Alumni Chairs! We love working with you and love our chairs."
“Our university ordered two chairs that were beautifully made and made an impactful gift to our endowed chair and donors. Dan was attentive and thorough with consistent updates and always easy to reach when we had questions or concerns. Our team highly recommends both the product and the company!”
“Alumni Chairs…one of the most amazing vendors I’ve ever dealt with. So friendly, personable, knowledgeable... Responded to emails in a timely manner, always had a solution to problems...they genuinely were concerned about our organization and product. Amazing to work with. I would definitely order again on a new project.”
“I am writing to congratulate you on your sense of design and comfort which has complimented my own need for some expression of those wonderful years which have been so formative.”
Dir. of Special Events, Office of Chancellor, Health Affairs, Duke University
“Amazing craftsmanship, attention to detail, built to last, customer friendly and professional, and speedy! The chairs are beautiful! "
“...so satisfied and happy with both chairs! ...extremely helpful throughout the entire process. The design of both chairs is remarkable! My directors were so impressed with the chairs that they definitely will be wanting more in the near future! Thank you!”
“For our new endowed chair donors, we are presenting each of them with a Miniature Chair to recognize their transformational generosity. The chairs are beloved! They are unique, perfect for our donors’ desk or book shelf, and definitely a conversation starter.
Thank you for terrific service and your dedication to detailed excellence.”
“We have been working with Alumni Chairs since 2017, Dan always delivers a high-quality product! Wonderful feedback from high-level donors and staff.”
“EVERYTHING IS PERFECT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The quality of each piece is superb. You have just been a hero to our desire to have a beautiful gift to honor the doctor and the donor…absolutely fabulous… I am the Art Director for Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. We have a high standard for our art installations and the chairs that Alumni Chairs built were extraordinary. They are in a class of their own, not at all the common version of chairs that are often seen. These are beautifully built with flawless attention to detail. The personalization was wonderful. The communication with Dan was thorough, quick, and extremely personal. He was determined to produce excellent chairs and deliver them on time. In addition to the chairs, we ordered the miniature chairs so that the doctor being honored had his chair and the donor was presented a miniature chair. Everyone was most impressed and the hospital took great pride in having these very special chairs.”
“We ordered a miniature chair with our logo for a gift - easy to work with and very thorough.”
“Amazing craftsmanship, attention to detail, built to last, customer friendly and professional, and speedy! The chairs are beautiful!
“We recently ordered an Affinity Traditional Captain’s Chair to present as a gift for the named recipient of an endowed chair. You and your team did an amazing job completing the project within our time constraints, and providing us with updates along the way. Our guest of honor could not have been more pleased with the chair, and even sat in it for the duration of our program. What a wonderful experience you provided!”
“After things settled and I was able to really look at, admire, sit in the chair, I became more and more stunned by its beauty. It is a piece of art, and made of such exquisite wood. I understand it is hand made. It takes the breath away. I just love it… THANK YOU!!”
Pres. of Admin. & General Counsel, David A. Bramble, Inc., Chestertown, Maryland
“Working with Alumni Chairs... was a great experience. The company takes pride in its products and takes a personal approach to ensure you get exactly what you’re looking for in a chair. The chair...required permission for the use of the logo, which Alumni Chair obtained and was diligent in accomplishing... The chair... is high quality and exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend this company and their product."
“Our daughters are delighted with the chairs. "The (Mission) chairs are beautiful! They honestly have exceeded my expectations. Thank you for the effort. They are comfortable and spacious, and would be a great place to sit and read…and that is the point! Thank you again- David Force”
“Our clients absolutely loved the miniature chairs. They were beautiful!”
““I received your voicemail message from last week. I have not heard from J. since her last day at CHLA. I am certain she loved the chair. i shared your photos with our MarCom department, as they wanted to see how we were using the logo, and they thought it looked great and loved the chair. Thank you,”
“We received the child’s rocking chair and my four-year-old daughter absolutely loves it. It is beautiful, and it is so well made. We look forward to enjoying it for many years to come and keeping it in our family for future generations to enjoy as well. Thank you!”
“I worked closely with Dan from my initial inquiry all the way through the delivery of the chairs and couldn't be happier! We were in need of a standard size and miniature chair, and Dan and team exceeded our expectations for both. The detail and precision of our medical school's seal, to the personalization of the donor and recipient names made us proud to present these chairs to their new owners. We would 100% recommend using Alumni Chairs, as they listen to what you need and are easy to communicate and work with.“
“We presented the chair...at the end of his retirement celebration that evening... Dr. King then sat in the chair with photos taken next to the podium. It turned out to be a perfect way to end the program. Getting the chair in time was definitely a big plus. You could tell Dr. King was pleased to try out his chair at the end of the program.”
“We needed to order a special gift for our outgoing Alumni Association Board President. The quality was excellent and working with Alumni Chairs was easy! We highly recommend them for quality work and a great product.”
“Dan and his team do a great job! We have used them for multiple projects. Always quick to respond and accommodating. I'm sure we'll use his team again sometime soon!”
“This is to let you know that we received the Chair. I was not there but my son received it and inspected it. He showed it to us on video. It came in good shape and it looks great. Many thanks!”
“I ordered a West Point chair from Alumni Chairs, for my wife, who is a 1986 grad. The chair was done perfectly to our specifications and my wife loves it! Dan handled our order, and he was a complete gentleman. His customer service skills are excellent. I highly recommend ...Alumni Chairs!”
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“THANK YOU...for such a fine job. …and the hand-signed chairs and other info on the bottom... Lovely. What a nice touch! I double —triple—the wonderful look of the chairs and the care of the engraved brass plate. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! …we looked over the entire chair tooth and comb. Beautiful! Your chairs are a powerful visual symbol…wonderful inspiration and incentive…”
“...fantastic to work with. We were able to customize ... Affinity Mission Rocking Chairs to exactly match what I thought my wife might like. ...we settled on a quarter sawn oak mission style rocking chair with classic green leather. ...it rocks perfectly on our indoor stone porch. It’s nice to sit in it and look out at the ocean.”
“My experience with Dan from Alumni Chairs was refreshing: personal, professional, high contact, super friendly. I ordered two Captains chairs that are beautifully handcrafted and extremely high quality. Our Department founding chairs LOVE them!!! Absolutely recommend.”
“I’m thrilled with my academic chair from Alumni Chairs. The workmanship is outstanding and the finish stunning. The quality of the custom-made seal Alumni Chairs created for my law school sets it apart from others I have seen. I own three other academic chairs from different companies, and this one from Alumni Chairs is by far and away the best. Second best isn’t close. I highly recommend Alumni Chairs to anyone looking for an exquisite addition to their home or office. Many thanks to Dan and the great team at Alumni Chairs.”
“John and I would like to thank you for your professionalism and dedication in creating a college chair designed for our college graduating granddaughter. Working with you was a delight... The chair was flawlessly delivered on time... We would highly recommend your company to those seeking a very special gift for family and friends."
“Alumni Chairs, and specifically Dan Pumphrey, was wonderful to work with. I've ordered several chairs from them and they make it so easy. The quality and workmanship exceed expectations. I would happily work with this company again."
“We ordered two custom chairs last year. The chairs are made with the highest quality and craftsmanship. We are so happy with them, the way they look and how they feel while seated. These chairs are a work of art and will be in our family for many years to come. Thank you for the great work! We love our chairs.”
“Our new hand-made Allegheny College chair was a great present for my husband, who had been wanting one since graduation 60 years ago. Since Allegheny no longer supplies these chairs, we were lucky to find the folks at Alumni Chairs, who had to fabricate the authentic seal and design. They did a great job for us.”
“Alumni Chairs often went beyond our expectations by contacting Lipscomb University and working with the legal team there. They would always forward the information to me. Very professional and friendly in his dealings with me. The recipients of the rocking chair were very happy with the product. Thanks!”
"A fellow colleague suggested...Alumni Chairs. Dan walked me through the choice of woods, stains, and finally, seat coverings. ... customer service is top notch and they kept up regular lines of communication throughout the entire process. In the end, I could not be more pleased...its solid construction, its beautiful wood finish, and its luxurious black leather. This chair is meant to last!”
“The chairs were delivered on time and in perfect condition. They are exactly what I had in mind (after no small effort in searching. Thank you for your prompt and professional response to my order. You create and deliver exactly as you promised. That’s not always easy to find these days. It was indeed a pleasure working with you. Thank you.”
“Thanks for the great service with our new college chair! We now have 4 different chairs from 4 different companies and your chair is by far the best college chair − both wood, logo engraving, and the most comfortable.”
“Alumni Chairs, LLC delivers a high quality product and attention to detail. The owner works with each client directly. You can't beat the craftsmanship. If you are looking for lasting, lifelong quality, check them out!”
”I was very pleased with your service and all the detailed attention you gave me and my organization"
“Lansdowne Friends School ordered an alumni chair customized with our logo for a retiring board member. The quality, durability, and finishes met our expectations and the result was beautiful. Service and attention to detail were exceptional. I highly recommend this company if you are looking for a unique, customized piece of furniture.”
“We received the chair. It is very well made. The engraving is really nice and clean. Nice doing business with you!"
"I could not be happier with Dan and his staff. Helpful, quick to respond, and most importantly a beautiful crafted Captain's chair was delivered. I would be happy to post a picture of it but the teacher who received it is sitting in it all the time!"
“An alumni chair was designed and made to be presented to our Yacht Club Commodore at the end of their term each year. The chair met requested specifications and was made of high quality materials and fine craftsmanship. We plan to order a new chair each year.”
“The Alumni Chair (Classic Alumni Chair) I purchased exceeded my expectations! Well constructed with a beautiful finish that fits the decor of my study. The design is a comfortable seat. And the university logo is exact. Well worth the time of waiting for production and the cost."
“This chair is a great treasure and something we hope to pass down through the family. The personal engraving is very intricate and accurate, and the structure of the chair is strong and very comfortable considering it is made of wood. I have sat in it while working from home and found that it was better for my back than a different plush chair we have. Thank you, Dan and Team, for your craftsmanship! Thanks again, ...Syd Cable”
“The chair is beautiful and my niece is going to love it. Thank you for all you did to make it possible. Please extend my thanks to Trevor as well. I appreciate his care in delivering."
“Thanks so much for all your help with the recent purchase of an Alumni Chair for a retiring colleague. From helping to select the chair, designing a plaque and assuring timely completion and delivery, you have demonstrated the very best in customer service. Most importantly, the recipient of the chair was delighted with the craftsmanship and attention to detail which makes everything worthwhile. Thanks again for all your help! Best as always, Paul”
“Sorry for the delay, I have been away. We received the bench and it was in perfect shape! It is exactly what we were looking for – wonderful craftsmanship and quality. I would recommend your products to anyone! Thank you!
The delivery was great; called before they came and took everything away with them (after opening the box to check for any issues). I would recommend using them again as well! Thank you!"
“We received our three Affinity Berlin Mission Bar stools and they look great! We customized the wood to maple to match our knotty alder wood cabinets and used Michael’s stain and they look great together. We appreciate Dan’s flexibility to get the wood species and stain just right. The customer service and craftsmanship of the bar stools was excellent. I’m sure we will enjoy them for years to come. Thanks to Alumni Chairs!”
“Great Experience! We recently worked with Dan to order a number of custom chairs for a fraternity. Despite the challenges of an ongoing pandemic he kept us up to date with the progress and delivered on time. The chairs look great and are truly a focal point for the place!”
“My alma mater had been acquired by another university, but I wanted to use the original seal and hit a road block on obtaining approval from the university. I really appreciated the willingness of Alumni Chairs to work with me on a custom solution – incorporating a large medallion with the seal of my alma mater into the chair itself. The chair was absolutely beautiful!”
“First, this product is amazing. Quality was better than I expected. Everyone loved it. Just the perfect item for an award. Also working with AlumniChairs.com was a very good experience. They are very committed to their product and their trade. Would recommend this item and company to anyone looking for a Miniature Captain’s Chair.”
“Thank you for your kind note and the nameplates received this week. Lovely, as are the chairs. Our recognition dinner occurred last evening and folks (all – but especially the recipients) were simply blown away by the chairs. Thank you…Thank you! Get ready. There will be more! My best. Always. Marie”
“We received the (MIniature) chairs and we are all in love with them. The seal looks PERFECT and it is such a beautiful replica of the chairs. I’ll send over pictures soon. Thank you! Julia“
“This chair was a well-received great gift for our club’s former decades-long serving Treasurer.“
“Even during COVID quarantine Dan and his team did a superb job on three customized pieces (deacon’s bench and two chairs). Superb communication as well.“
“We love our Alumni Chair! It has a beautiful finish and is so comfortable. We had a special request for the emblem and it was done exactly as we requested. Many thanks!!“
Midlothian, Virginia, Alumnus of the University of Southern California
“Really looks great … am anxious to get it … hope you can get it shipped quickly ... it looks exactly like what I was looking for … We have had a great holiday weekend. Let me know when you get shipping data.“
Lewes, Delaware, Alumnus of Saint Louis University
“Well constructed beautiful chair. I truly appreciated Alumni Chairs persistence in getting the logo licensing from my university so the chair could be made. Customer service outstanding.“
Director, Office of Head of School, La Jolla Country Day School, La Jolla, California
“Our school ordered our first mini chair in 2020. Our school and Board Members have been so happy with the mini chairs. Dan is wonderful to work with. Amazing customer service.“
Most Popular Alumni Chairs
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Affinity Berlin Comback Side Chair (ABCSC-BS)
$484 – $497 -
AFFINITY LAUREATE CHAIR (ALC)
$1,132 – $1,389 -
Affinity Mission Chair (AMC)
$1,549 – $1,999 -
Affinity Mission Rocking Chair (AMRC)
$1,699 – $2,124 -
Affinity Traditional Captain’s Chair (ATCC)
$887 – $998 -
Affinity Traditional Deacon’s Bench 48″ (ATDB)
$1,207 – $1,413 -
Mini Classic Alumni Chair 5″ (Mini-Chair-ACAC-5in) Most Popular
$556 – $741 -
Ohio State − Affinity Classic Alumni Chair (ACAC) – Official Seal in Seven Colors
$1,435 – $1,466
Alumni Chairs LLC is the builder of fine, hardwood, college chairs, university chairs, and alumni furniture on behalf of individuals, families, affinity groups, academic institutions, medical centers, other non-profit organizations, and businesses.
A Favorite of Organizations: Miniature Chairs
Our Miniature Chairs are popular with medical centers, universities, and other nonprofits for the purpose of rewarding and creating incentives for Principal Donors to these organizations. These tiny chairs are perfect for businesses, too. Our Miniature Chairs are excellent gifts and awards for retirees and other persons of distinction. We have replicated two of our most popular full-size recognition chairs: The Affinity Classic Alumni Chair (ACAC) and The Affinity Traditional Captains Chair (ATCC). Our Mini-chairs come in 4-inch, 5-inch, and 6-inch heights – with or without elegant pedestals of wood, granite, and marble. Made in America. Learn more about Miniature Chairs and choose a miniature university chair to represent for your institution. Also, see Miniature Chairs for Nonprofits, Pricing for Miniature Chairs and Bases, and Brass Plates for Miniature Chairs.
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