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

3/13/2023
Five Below on hunt for a new CFO
Five Below has promoted a 17-year company veteran.

Marianne Wilson
3/13/2023
U.S. online grocery sales up 1.5% in February; order frequency falls
Growth in the user base and spending per order of online grocery sales helped offset the lowest order frequency since pre-COVID.

Marianne Wilson
3/13/2023
J.Jill Q4, full year sales up
J.Jill delivered better-than-expected results for its fourth quarter and full year.

Marianne Wilson
3/12/2023
Target is first company to earn perfect score on ‘Racial and Gender Pay Scorecard’
Target Corp. has gone to the head of the class, but Starbucks is close behind.

Marianne Wilson
3/12/2023
Joann beefs up liquidity ahead of releasing Q4 earnings
Joann Inc. announced it has entered into a $100 million first-in-last -out (FILO) facility.

Marianne Wilson
3/12/2023
H-E-B, Scheels among eight regional powerhouses dominating their markets
A new study highlights eight retail and restaurant regional powerhouses that are making a mark on their region.

Marianne Wilson
3/12/2023
REI to expand in Florida
REI Co-op is expanding its footprint in the Sunshine State.

Marianne Wilson
3/9/2023
Walmart to invest $1.5 billion in Mexico, Central American operations
Walmex, Walmart Inc.’s Mexico and Central America business unit, is investing to upgrade its stores, supply chain and technology.

Marianne Wilson
3/9/2023
Gap posts big loss; executive shakeup includes exit of Athleta CEO
Gap Inc. widened its fourth-quarter loss, announced several executive leadership changes and said it is close to hiring a new CEO.

Marianne Wilson
3/9/2023
Ulta delivers knockout year with record sales, earnings; to open 25 to 30 stores
Price increases didn’t stop consumers from stocking up on skincare products, makeup and other items at Ulta Beauty during the fourth quarter.

Marianne Wilson
3/8/2023
Tuesday Morning in new DIP financing
Tuesday Morning Corp. has secured additional financing to help it continue to operate through the bankruptcy process.

Marianne Wilson
3/8/2023
Johnson Fitness & Wellness opening 17 stores in Texas
The specialty fitness retailer is opening 17 retail stores, as well as a commercial sales and service division, throughout major metro markets in Texas.

Marianne Wilson