The Verizon Center is upgrading its premium seating experience for Wizards and Capitals VIP season ticket holders this fall.
Ted Leonsis has done what he could to improve the Wizards fan experience at Verizon Center from the moment he became majority owner just a little over five years ago.
One area was improving the experience of those who hold premium seats. Instead of just refurbishing some ultra-exclusive areas of the building, he decided in the summer of 2010 that he would give all VIP season ticket holders perks like complimentary parking, food, and beverages (which include beer and wine):
I would rather give our customers free food and beverages than spend the money on carpets, woodwork and furniture for just a few people.