Marianne Wilson

Marianne Wilson

Editor-in-Chief

Author Profile

Marianne Wilson is Editor-in-Chief of Chain Store Age. With three decades of experience at CSA, she is one of the most knowledgeable and experienced editors in the retail industry.

Over the years, she has been quoted in publications nationwide for her insights on retail, and has also served as a speaker and moderator at major retailing events and conferences in the U.S. and abroad.

Marianne leads the CSA editorial team, overseeing content development across the brand’s digital and print channels. She is also instrumental in the planning and execution of CSA’s annual Breakout Retailer Awards and Retail’s Top Women Awards.

A graduate of Boston University, Marianne loves to travel and seek out new retail wherever she goes. Prior to CSA, she was an editor at Hearst Publications.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

4/2/2025
Deadline extended for CSA Retail’s Top Women Awards; new category added
Chain Store Age has extended the deadline for its Retail’s Top Women Awards to April 16.

Marianne Wilson
4/2/2025
First Look: Birkenstock expanding in the U.S. and abroad
Birkenstock continues to increase its retail footprint with new openings — including one in the heart of Paris.

Marianne Wilson
4/2/2025
Paris-based Printemps makes stunning U.S. store debut in New York City
Call it Wall Street meets Parisian chic.

Marianne Wilson
4/2/2025
RILA: Reciprocal tariffs will ‘raise costs on every American family’
The nation’s retail groups were quick to respond to the Trump administration’s reciprocal tariffs plan, with all voicing concerns that the end result will be increased prices for consumers.

Marianne Wilson
4/1/2025
NRF survey reveals most voters concerned about impact of tariffs on prices
Voters are worried the 2025 tariffs will raise prices on everything from groceries (76%) to medicine (71%) to household supplies (67%) and clothing (66%).

Marianne Wilson
4/1/2025
NRF: 2025 retail sales to grow 2.7% to 3.7% as spending slows
Consumer spending is not unraveling but it is slowing as worries over sticky inflation and the impact of tariffs weigh on consumers and businesses.

Marianne Wilson
4/1/2025
Study: To appeal to apparel shoppers, stores need to master the basics first
A new survey reveals what drives satisfaction — and frustration — with in-store shopping

Marianne Wilson
4/1/2025
Target partners with Kate Spade for largest limited-time collection yet
Target Corp.’s newest limited-time collection will span fashion, home décor and entertaining, with an eye on value as it looks to turn everyday moments into “celebratory occasions.”

Marianne Wilson
3/31/2025
Brand loyalty on decline amid big shift in shopper behavior
As consumers grapple with inflation, tariff uncertainty and a difficult macro-economic environment, they are prioritizing cost over brand loyalty.

Marianne Wilson
3/31/2025
First Look: Khloé Kardashian’s Good American opens in Atlanta
Good American is focusing on retail expansion.

Marianne Wilson
3/31/2025
Mango enters two new states — here’s where
Mango continues to expand its U.S. store footprint.

Marianne Wilson
3/30/2025
Numerator provides spending, demo info of average Target shopper
Most shoppers at Target Corp. make return visits.

Marianne Wilson