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

5/24/2023
Aldi cutting prices on more than 250 items
Aldi is lowering prices on some of its best-selling summer products.

Marianne Wilson
5/24/2023
American Eagle Outfitters lowers forecast amid ‘ongoing macro challenges’
American Eagle Outfitters reported first-quarter income and revenue in line with Street estimates but slashed its full-year forecast.

Marianne Wilson
5/23/2023
Target pulls some Pride Month items after employees receive anti-LGBTQ threats
Target Corp. is feeling the heat from some customers angry over the retailer’s collection of LGBTQ+ merchandise.

Marianne Wilson
5/23/2023
Brand assets of Tuesday Morning up for sale
The Tuesday Morning saga is entering a new chapter.

Marianne Wilson
5/23/2023
Lowe’s looks to broaden rural appeal with new in-store shop concept
Lowe’s is looking for growth in rural America.

Marianne Wilson
5/23/2023
Express, WHP complete Bonobos acquisition; Express Q1 loss widens, sales tumble
Express Inc. reported a disappointing first quarter with a wider-than-expected loss and weaker-than-expected sales as it disclosed more cost cutting.

Marianne Wilson
5/23/2023
Dollar General taps company veteran for newly created leadership role
Dollar General has added a new leadership position as it continues to expand into new markets and grow new concepts.

Marianne Wilson
5/23/2023
Kohl’s posts surprise Q1 profit; Sephora helps fuel in-store sales
Kohl’s Corp. reported an unexpected first-quarter profit and an increase in-store traffic as it efforts to turnaround its business gain some ground.

Marianne Wilson
5/23/2023
Abercrombie & Fitch off to strong start; raises outlook
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. reported a surprise profit as it beat Street estimates on its top and bottom lines, fueled by ongoing strength in its namesake brand.

Marianne Wilson
5/22/2023
Lululemon to sponsor ‘ultramarathon’ for women
Lululemon is launching an initiative that will put a spotlight on female athletes.

Marianne Wilson
5/22/2023
Lowe’s sales dip but beat estimates; lowers guidance
Lowe’s Companies posted first-quarter earnings and sales that topped analysts’ estimates but cut its outlook, citing falling lumber prices and a decline in do-it-yourself (DIY) discretionary spending.

Marianne Wilson
5/22/2023
Primark opening stores in New Jersey, New York at these malls ….
Primark is ramping up its U.S. expansion.

Marianne Wilson