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

7/17/2022
Kohl’s chief technology and supply chain officer to leave
Kohl’s Corp. has appointed a new chief technology officer.

Marianne Wilson
7/17/2022
Kroger store expands offerings with ‘virtual food court’
The Kroger Co. continues to expand its fledgling ghost kitchen initiative.

Marianne Wilson
7/17/2022
Ross Stores expands into new markets in June, July
Ross Stores continue to grow the footprint of its two banners.

Marianne Wilson
7/14/2022
Report: Amazon reducing private label assortment — may exit business
Amazon may be rethinking private label.

Marianne Wilson
7/14/2022
Survey: Store managers report strong year-to-date sales but …
The first half of 2022 continued the positive pace set for the retail industry through 2021.

Marianne Wilson
7/14/2022
Retail sales increase in June amid rising inflation
Consumers remained resilient in June as inflation climbed higher and drove up prices across the board.

Marianne Wilson
7/14/2022
The Fresh Market scraps IPO
The Fresh Market won’t be going public anytime soon.

Marianne Wilson
7/14/2022
Experts weigh in on June sales
Overall retail sales (includes gasoline stations and restaurants) rose 1% in June from May, reported the U.S. Census Bureau. Here's the reaction of some industry experts.

Marianne Wilson
7/14/2022
First Look: Nike debuts another new store concept
The world’s first Nike Style store is now open.

Marianne Wilson
7/13/2022
Rite Aid opens new headquarters — with no permanent workforce
Rite Aid’s new headquarters reflects the changed nature of office work.

Marianne Wilson