In a pronouncement made on February 15, 2024, the LA Clippers disclosed that the eminent luxury brand Lexus has been enlisted as a Founding Partner of the Intuit Dome, their upcoming home venue. As one of their most enduring associates, Lexus will be hailed as “the endorsed luxury automobile of the LA Clippers and Intuit Dome,” securing rights to the Lexus Courtside Lounge within the novel stadium.
Expressing allegiance to the Clippers, Marcus Williams, the general overseer of Lexus Western Area, conveyed, “In our longstanding affiliation with the LA Clippers, Lexus takes pride in backing the team’s transition to the Intuit Dome. We anticipate enhancing the aficionado experience of Clipper Nation and concert attendees at the Lexus Courtside Lounge, providing a premium locale only attainable through Lexus.”
Tailored to furnish an exclusive, opulent hospitality atmosphere for floor seat possessors at all Intuit Dome functions, encompassing Clippers’ matches and musical performances, the Lexus Courtside Lounge is meticulously crafted by the globally esteemed interior designer Rita Konig. Konig’s bespoke blueprint for the area integrates her trademark multifaceted finishes, encompassing fabric wall coverings while incorporating mirrors and brass accents to scatter light throughout, thus engendering an aura of fascination and opulence.
Asserting the value of shared priorities and aspirations, Gillian Zucker, President of Business Operations for both the LA Clippers and Intuit Dome, lauded the partnership, remarking, “We seek partners who resonate with our ethos and vision, and there is no superior match than Lexus, with its focal points on ingenuity, advancement, and customer engagement. At the Intuit Dome, the Lexus Courtside Lounge is set to deliver an unparalleled hospitality experience within a setting conceived by Rita Konig, one of the foremost innovative designers globally.”
Embracing an all-inclusive premium gastronomic and beverage regimen alongside a walkway traversing the center of the lounge, utilized by Clippers’ athletes en route to the court, the lounge epitomizes luxury and exclusivity.
Reflecting on the longstanding bond between the Clippers and Lexus, Scott Sonnenberg, Chief Commercial Officer for both the LA Clippers and Intuit Dome, remarked, “For numerous years, the Clippers have fostered connections between devoted, fervent members of Clipper Nation and Lexus through successful high-impact events and initiatives. Lexus stands as one of our most enduring partners, and we are exhilarated to expand our affiliation with them as a Founding Partner of the Intuit Dome, in order to bring the Lexus Courtside Lounge into existence.”
Beyond the Lexus Courtside Lounge, Lexus is poised to command a conspicuous presence throughout the Intuit Dome, including a vehicular exhibit in the Main Lobby and entitlement of the South VIP Entrance. Integrations extend across various digital and broadcast channels of the team and stadium, encompassing popular elements like Lexus Looks player fashion content, the Lexus Dinner Series, and premium hospitality experiences.
Lexus joins the ranks of naming rights partner Intuit, alongside AT&T, Pechanga, and Ticketmaster, as a Founding Partner of the Intuit Dome.
Key features of the Intuit Dome include five basketball courts, an outdoor Plaza, 51 contiguous rows of seating adjacent to the visitor’s bench, dubbed The Wall, and the largest-ever dual-sided Halo Board within an arena.
