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

7/16/2023
David’s Bridal sold to investment firm; to keep some stores open
A bankruptcy judge approved the sale of David’s Bridal to asset manager Cion Investment Corp. in a deal that will keep the chain up and running, but in a downsized fashion.

Marianne Wilson
7/16/2023
Kleinfeld Bridal to launch first-ever jewelry line — on Amazon
A 70-year-plus brand is venturing into a new category.

Marianne Wilson
7/13/2023
Tentative deal reached in Canadian port strike
Retailers who use two of Canada’s busiest shipping ports can breathe a sigh of relief.

Marianne Wilson
7/13/2023
Sales of private-label goods hit new record
Consumers continue to gravitate toward store brands.

Marianne Wilson
7/13/2023
Survey: Consumers want easy, flexible returns — with options
Online shoppers can’t be bothered with confusing or complicated returns processes — so much so that it could impact their likelihood of repeat purchase.

Marianne Wilson
7/13/2023
Eight U.S. retail, restaurant chains make “100 Most Influential Companies” list
A diverse group of retail and quick-serve restaurants brand are among 100 businesses and leaders honored as shaping the future.

Marianne Wilson
7/12/2023
Shipley Do-Nuts expanding; to double in size in five years
Shipley Do-Nuts continues its expansion, enhanced by technology updates and a new CEO at its helm.

Marianne Wilson
7/12/2023
NRF: Back-to-school shopping expected to reach “unparalleled” record high
A new back-to-class shopping survey bodes well for retailers.

Marianne Wilson
7/12/2023
Shoe stores among retail’s hottest destinations
Shoe stores are stepping up big time.

Marianne Wilson
7/12/2023
Cuts in SNAP benefits likely to impact food and beverage spending
The end of the COVID-era boost to SNAP benefits is having a significant impact on discretionary retail spending by the affected households.

Marianne Wilson