Planet Fitness, Inc. is reporting that company CFO Jay Stasz has left the company. Tom Fitzgerald, who previously served as the gym operator’s CFO, has been appointed interim CFO, while an executive search firm has been retained to identify a permanent replacement.
Fitzgerald joined Planet Fitness as CFO in 2020 and served in that role through 2024.
“We are pleased to welcome Tom back to the Planet Fitness team as interim CFO,” said Colleen Keating, chief executive officer of Planet Fitness. “Tom brings deep institutional knowledge of our business and industry, and a proven track record of strong financial and business leadership. Having guided the company through significant periods of growth, Tom’s broad background across several multi-unit brands and expertise in driving value creation will support the execution of our long‑term strategy as we conduct the search for a permanent CFO.”
“My time as CFO of Planet Fitness stands out as a highlight of my career, and I’m excited to return and support the company through this interim period,” said Fitzgerald. “Planet Fitness has a powerful brand, a highly resilient franchise model and a significant long‑term growth opportunity. As the company conducts its search process for the next CFO, I look forward to working closely with Colleen and the leadership team to advance the company’s strategic and financial objectives and strengthen our competitive edge.”
Keating continued, “I thank Jay for his contributions during his time with the company. We appreciate his service and wish him success in his next chapter.”
The company is reaffirming its 2026 financial guidance, as previously announced on February 24, 2026.
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