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

10/23/2022
NPD forecasts modest decline in Q4 apparel sales
Consumers are looking to stretch their budgets as they head into holiday sales.

Marianne Wilson
10/23/2022
BJ’s expanding in New York
BJ’s Wholesale Club continues its growth spree.

Marianne Wilson
10/23/2022
Indoor mini-golf/dining concept Puttshack continues U.S. expansion with new capital
An entertainment destination that combines tech-driven mini-golf with food and drink and whose creators include the founders of Topgolf has closed a new round of funding to support its U.S. expansion.

Marianne Wilson
10/20/2022
CGP: Holiday sales growth to slow; home improvement category to outpace other sectors
Inflation in food, gas and household utility costs is shaping up as the Grinch this holiday season.

Marianne Wilson
10/20/2022
Consumers committed to sustainable purchases; intent varies by category
The demand for sustainable goods and services is becoming increasingly important in U.S. consumers’ purchasing decisions.

Marianne Wilson
10/20/2022
JLL: Stores regain popularity for holiday shopping; preferred retailers are….
Shoppers are heading to stores for holiday shopping, attracted, at least in part, by a festive atmosphere.

Marianne Wilson
10/20/2022
Authentic Brands Group completes acquisition of Ted Baker
Authentic Brands Group has added another apparel brand to its ever-growing portfolio.

Marianne Wilson
10/20/2022
Love’s Travel Stops in milestone store opening
Love’s Travel Stops continues to expand its footprint and offerings.

Marianne Wilson
10/19/2022
Jack in the Box unveils takeout-only prototype; looks to reduce buildout costs by 20%
Jack in the Box’s restaurant of the future is designed to meet the continuing demand for drive-thru service and mobile ordering.

Marianne Wilson
10/19/2022
Anti-Defamation League urges Adidas to cut ties with Kanye West
Ye, the rapper, designer and entrepreneur formerly known as Kanye West, is coming under heavy criticism after antisemitic comments he has made in recent weeks.

Marianne Wilson