Differential Brands Group renamed Centric Brands

Differential Brands Group Inc. on completion of the acquisition of a significant portion of Global Brands Group Holding Limited’s North American licensing business for 1.2 million dollars, has decided to change its name to Centric Brands Inc. The company said in a statement that Jason Rabin, former president of GBG North America, will lead Centric Brands as Chief Executive Officer, while William Sweedler, Managing Partner of Tengram Capital Partners LP, will continue to serve as Chairman of the board of directors.