"Entitlement to this exclusive lounge offers a unique platform to showcase the Lexus brand and its line of luxury vehicles to some of our most valued customers. We are proud to extend and grow our partnership with Lexus as we look to partner with premier brands such as theirs," said Cameron Scholvin, Columbus Blue Jackets Senior Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer. "We look forward to engaging our fans and Lexus customers as we continue to strive to provide a world-class sports and entertainment experience."
"We have enjoyed a partnership with the Columbus Blue Jackets for many years, and have always looked for ways to expand the relationship," added Rick Germain, President, Germain Columbus. "The Lexus Lounge provides an exceptional in-game experience which is consistent with our brand and increases our exposure within Nationwide Arena. We look forward to working with the Blue Jackets and appreciate their desire to continue to provide value in our partnership."
Additional components of the partnership include a Lexus vehicle display on Nationwide Arena's main concourse during all Blue Jackets games and on-ice drives for select intermissions. Other elements of the partnership include in-arena messaging, broadcast inventory, a road trip sweepstakes and support of the Blue Jackets Foundation's signature gala, The CannonBall.