Rent-A-Center Names Guy Constant CFO - Quick Facts

(RTTNews) - Rent-A-Center, Inc. (RCII), a rent-to-own operator, Tuesday announced the appointment of two new senior executives.

The company named Guy Constant as Executive Vice President - Finance, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, effective June 16.

As chief financial officer, Constant will be responsible for all aspects of the financial operations of the company, and will play a key role in developing and executing the company's strategic plan. He will report to Robert Davis, Chief Executive Officer of the company.

Constant was previously employed by Brinker International, Inc. and held several key financial positions over his 10-year tenure. He was most recently Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and President of Global Business Development.

The company also named Jody Diaz as Senior Vice President - Human Resources and Chief People Officer effective as of June 16.

A seasoned human resources executive, she has led the human resources function for a variety of large employers. Most recently, she served as Senior Vice President of Human Resources for Ace Cash Express, a leading retailer of financial services.