Some exciting news came out of last Friday’s West Haymarket JPA meeting when JPA members approved the prices and contract language for the 36 Pinnacle Bank Arena suites. This action, which was passed unanimously, marks the official commencement of the suite sales process.
According to Ben Wrigley, Principal of CSL Marketing Group and the man responsible for marketing the suites, the vote came at the perfect time. “I’ve met with a number of individuals thus far and interest in the suites is definitely on the rise. People understand this arena will serve as not only an entertainment venue, but a social and civil milestone, of sorts, for the entire city…and that’s something they would like to be a part of.”
In the days leading up to the JPA’s meeting, details highlighting suite prices, features, and amenities also became available. First, it was announced that the arena suites will be divided into two categories and three price ranges: Founders Suites for $65,000 a year and Executive Suites for $55,000 or $45,000 a year. Prices are based on the location within the arena, with the Founders suites located in the center of the arena. Suite sizes were announced as well with Founders Suites set at a uniform 365 square feet and Executive Suites ranging from 314 square feet to 470 square feet.
All arena suites will have 12 fixed seats as well as an entertainment area equipped with an assortment of features, including: drink rail with four bar stools, under-counter refrigerator, storage cabinets, buffet counter, wet bar, flat screen television equipped with in-house and cable feed, coat and storage closet and an optional company identification at the suite’s entrance. Once outside their suite, suite holders will enjoy a number of other benefits and amenities, including four reserved parking spots, a private entrance with private elevator and access to a private lounge, concierge service and suite attendant.
Founders Suite holders will enjoy additional benefits, including use of one of the arena clubs once each year, access to additional event tickets, admission to an annual Founders event and two additional parking spaces (bringing the total to 6). All packages include 12 tickets to most of the 120 events planned each year. Of special note, in the case of multi-show events (such as a circus), leaseholders will be awarded 12 tickets to only one (1) of the performances. If needed, tickets for the other performances will be available for purchase.
Lastly, the rules and regulations governing the suites were also confirmed in the last few days. According to the decided regulations, companies or individuals leasing suites will be required to: pay a $5,000 security deposit, purchase suite insurance and maintain proper decorum while using their suite. If proper decorum is not met, the JPA will have authority to remove the parties responsible from their suite. Regulations also forbid animals from the suites, unless they are being utilized for guide or assistance reasons.
According to Wrigley, the suites in the Pinnacle Bank Arena will be in line with the best in the industry. “There has never been an opportunity like this before in Lincoln. Suite guests will be surrounded by every comfort…each suite is professionally decorated, fully furnished and includes a number of top-of-the-line luxuries. No other venue in Nebraska will provide a more impressive setting for business or personal entertaining.”
If you are interested in purchasing a suite and would like more information, please contact Ben Wrigley at (402) 261-9154 or click here.
To learn more about the Pinnacle Bank Arena suites, feel free to browse the details and diagrams below. Click on each image to zoom.
Suite Features
- Twelve (12) tickets to all Pinnacle Bank Arena events
- Option to purchase four (4) additional suite tickets
- Two (2) guest passes for guests with other Pinnacle Bank Arena tickets
- Twelve (12) extra-wide exterior seats
- Drink rail inside suite with four (4) bar stools
- Professionally finished interior with upscale furnishings
- Under-counter refrigerator
- Storage cabinets
- Buffet counter
- Wet bar
- Flatscreen television with in-house and cable feed
- Coat and storage closet
- Company identification at suite’s concourse entrance (optional)
Founders Suite Amenities
- Recognition as a Founder in the Pinnacle Bank Arena
- Annual Founders event
- Use of Arena premium spaces one day per year
- Option to purchase non-premium tickets for Pinnacle Bank Arena events*
- Opportunities for company employees to purchase tickets for West Haymarket Arena events prior to public sale*
- Six (6) parking passes with year-round access
- Private entrance, elevator and concourse
- Access to private restrooms on the premium level
- Access to premium level lounge
- Concierge service
- Suite attendant
- Day use of suite
*Subject to event promoter restrictions
Executive Suite Amenities
- Four (4) parking passes
- Private entrance, elevator and concourse
- Access to private restrooms on the premium level
- Access to premium level lounge
- Concierge service
- Suite attendant
- Day use of suite
Pinnacle Bank Arena Suite Payment Schedule
Founders Suite*
- Price: $65,000
- Security Deposit**: $5,000
- Deposit Due with Use Agreement***: $25,000
- Amount Due July 1, 2012: $20,000
- Amount Due July 1, 2013: $15,000
Executive Suite 1
- Price: $55,000
- Security Deposit**: $5,000
- Deposit Due with Use Agreement***: $20,000
- Amount Due July 1, 2012: $17,500
- Amount Due July 1, 2013: $17,500
Executive Suite 2
- Price: $45,000
- Security Deposit**: $5,000
- Deposit Due with Use Agreement***: $15,000
- Amount Due July 1, 2012: $15,000
- Amount Due July 1, 2013: $15,000
*Requires 10-year term.
**Security deposit to be held for the duration of the term due with signed license agreement.
***Non-refundable deposit due with signed license agreement.
Premium Seating will be paid in full by September 1 each year for the duration of the term.
Pinnacle Bank Arena Suite Term Options
10-Year Suite Term
- Year one paid in full by July 2013
- No escalator
7-Year Suite Term
- Year onepaid in full by July 2013
- No escalator for years 1 – 3; 3% annual escalator years 4 – 7
5-Year Suite Term
- Year one paid in full by July 2013
- No escalator for years 1 – 2; 4% annual escalator years 3 – 5
