8-K

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 17, 2015

Planet Fitness, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware	001-37534	38-3942097
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

26 Fox Run Road

Newington, NH 03801

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (603) 750-0001

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Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

On September 17, 2015 the board of directors (the “Board”) of Planet Fitness, Inc. (the “Company”) increased the size of the Board from seven to eight members and appointed David Berg to fill the vacancy. Mr. Berg has served as Chief Executive Officer of Carlson Hospitality Group since May 2015. Prior to that, he served as Chief Operating Officer of Carlson beginning in January 2014. Mr. Berg was previously the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Customer Service Officer at Z Wireless. He is currently a member of the boards of directors of the Miller Retailing Center at the University of Florida, Rezidor Hotel Group AB, PODS Enterprises Inc. and PODS Inc. He was previously a director of Imation Corp. Mr. Berg received his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Emory University and his J.D., with honors, from the University of Florida.

Mr. Berg will serve as a Class II director, which class will stand for re-election at the 2017 annual meeting of stockholders. Mr. Berg was also appointed to the Board’s Audit Committee.

Mr. Berg will participate in the Company’s standard non-employee director compensation program described in the Company’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-205141).

On September 17, 2015, the Company issued a press release announcing the appointment of Mr. Berg to the Board. A copy of the press release has been filed as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

Exhibit Number	Description
99.1	Press release, dated September 17, 2015

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	Planet Fitness, Inc. (Registrant)
Date: September 17, 2015	By:	/s/ Dorvin Lively
		Name:	Dorvin Lively
		Title:	Chief Financial Officer

EXHIBIT INDEX

Exhibit No.	Description
99.1	Press release, dated September 17, 2015

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1

PLANET FITNESS APPOINTS DAVID P. BERG TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Chief Executive Officer of Carlson Hospitality Group Joins Planet Fitness Board

NEWINGTON, N.H. (September 17, 2015) — Planet Fitness, Inc. (NYSE: PLNT), one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the U.S., today announced the appointment of David P. Berg to the Planet Fitness Board of Directors, effective immediately.

“David has a long and distinguished track record leading many prominent and respected companies, and we are thrilled he has joined Planet Fitness’ Board of Directors,” said Chris Rondeau, chief executive officer, Planet Fitness, Inc. “With his franchising and international expertise, and experience helping companies drive long-term growth, David will be a tremendous asset to Planet Fitness as we embark on our next chapter as a publicly traded company and continue our strategic expansion.”

Mr. Berg is currently chief executive officer of Carlson Hospitality Group, leading the Carlson corporate center as well as the global hotel business. Prior to Carlson Hospitality Group, Mr. Berg was CEO and chief customer service officer for Z Wireless, the fastest growing reseller of Verizon services. He also served as executive vice president of Outback Steakhouse International, overseeing more than 200 restaurants in 20 countries. Mr. Berg’s experience also includes leadership positions as chief operating officer of GNC and executive vice president and chief operating officer of Best Buy International.

Mr. Berg is a current member of the Board of Directors for the Miller Retailing Center at the University of Florida and The Rezidor Hotel Group. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics from Emory University and a law degree, with honors, from the University of Florida College of Law.

“I am honored to be joining the Planet Fitness Board of Directors and I am excited about where the company is today and its future growth potential,” said David Berg.

With more than 1,000 locations throughout the United States and Canada, Planet Fitness has revolutionized the fitness industry with extremely low membership fees, a high-quality experience, and a unique Judgement Free Zone® unlike any other gym, where members experience a hassle-free, non-intimidating environment.

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About Planet Fitness

Founded in 1992 in Dover, N.H., Planet Fitness (NYSE: PLNT) is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States by number of members and locations. With more than 1,000 locations in 47 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada, Planet Fitness’ mission is to enhance people’s lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment, which we call the Judgement Free Zone®. More than 90% of Planet Fitness stores are owned and operated by independent business men and women. For more information, visit www.planetfitness.com.

Source: Planet Fitness Investor Relations

Media Contact

McCall Gosselin, Planet Fitness

press@pfhq.com or 603-750-0001 X199

Investor Contact

Brendon Frey, ICR

brendon.frey@icrinc.com or 203-682-8200