Adam Bellamy named new Pure Gym CFO

Budget chain Pure Gym has announced the appointment of Adam Bellamy as the company's new chief financial officer.

Previously finance director of nightclub operator Atmosphere Bars & Clubs, Bellamy's experience covers retail, hospitality and multi-site entertainment businesses. He is also a former finance director of upscale restaurant group D&D London.

Bellamy said: "Pure Gym has demonstrated a proven record of success in openingd managing affordable fitness clubs and in a short period of time established itself as market leader. I am excited to be a part of the future success of this revolutionary business."

Tony Harris, CEO of Pure Gym, added: "We are delighted to be able to announce the appointment of Adam as CFO. He has excellent and relevant experience that will complement our management team as we continue our rapid growth. It's a testament to the Pure Gym business that we continue to attract high quality people."

James Jack, who has been finance director since the opening of the first Pure Gym clubs in 2009, will step down upon Adam's appointment. Jack will, however, remain closely involved as a director and shareholder of Pure Gym.