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

4/16/2023
Petco partners on recycling pilot that involves its own store ops and customers
Petco Health & Wellness Co. has launched a pilot that provides a second life for plastic waste — from both consumers and its store operations.

Marianne Wilson
4/16/2023
Sweetgreen enters new state
Sweetgreen continues to expand into new markets.

Marianne Wilson
4/16/2023
David’s Bridal files for bankruptcy — again; looking for buyer
David’s Bridal has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in five years.

Marianne Wilson
4/15/2023
Tilly’s taps veteran Nordstrom exec as chief merchant
A 32-year Nordstrom veteran has joined the executive leadership team at Tilly’s.

Marianne Wilson
4/15/2023
Walmart exec joins Nordstrom c-suite
Nordstrom has appointed Jason Morrisas as chief technology and information officer, effective May 1, 2023.

Marianne Wilson
4/13/2023
Walmart chief merchant to depart
A 32-year Walmart veteran is stepping down.

Marianne Wilson
4/13/2023
Study: ‘Authenticity’ new key driver of customer loyalty — and revenue
American shoppers are more loyal to retailers they consider “authentic.”

Marianne Wilson
4/13/2023
Core retail sales inch down in March in all but three categories
Spending cooled in March as Americans pulled back on spending amid smaller tax refunds and worries about the economy.

Marianne Wilson
4/13/2023
Study: Organized retail crime (ORC) growing in scope, complexity
The main target of organized retail crime (ORC) groups is not luxury goods.

Marianne Wilson
4/13/2023
Express, WHP acquires Bonobos from Walmart for a combined $75 million
Bonobos is getting a new owner —again.

Marianne Wilson
4/13/2023
Survey: Staffing, wage concerns top priority for retailers heading into summer
Retailers are still having a hard time filling store- based positions.

Marianne Wilson
4/12/2023
Discretionary retail sales revenue down 7% in March — new products needed
Consumers showed waning interest in spending in March amid reduced new and refreshed product introductions.

Marianne Wilson