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

11/16/2022
Kohl’s profit falls 60%; pulls outlook, citing retail volatility, CEO hunt
Kohl’s Corp. reported declines in third-quarter sales and profits and withdrew its guidance for the year as it deals with market volatility, investor pressure and the upcoming departure of its CEO.

Marianne Wilson
11/15/2022
Lowe’s Q3 sales rise amid continued home spending by pros and DIY customers
Lowe's Companies reported better-than-expected earnings and sales and raised its full-year profit forecast as home improvement demand remains strong even in the face of inflation.

Marianne Wilson
11/15/2022
Retail sales up in October as consumers keep spending
American shoppers didn’t let inflation put too much of a dent in their spending in October, with many getting a jump start on the holiday season.

Marianne Wilson
11/15/2022
Chipotle to open 250 to 285 restaurants in 2023
Chipotle Mexican Grill has reached a new milestone.

Marianne Wilson
11/15/2022
Checkers & Rally signs deals for 40 new restaurants in three states
Checkers & Rally continues its rapid growth.

Marianne Wilson
11/15/2022
TJX posts mixed quarter; names new CFO
The TJX Cos. reported mixed results for its third quarter as its profit topped analysts’ estimates but its revenue experienced a slight decline amid declining sales at its Home Goods banner.

Marianne Wilson
11/15/2022
Target’s Q3 profit plunges, sales slow; to cut up to $3 billion in costs
Target Corp.’s third-quarter profit took a big hit as it worked to clear excess inventory and sales softened ahead of the holiday season, causing the retailer to cut its fourth-quarter outlook.

Marianne Wilson
11/14/2022
First Look: Starbucks’ new mega-store in Empire State Building
Starbucks has unveiled a one-of-a-kind destination with a stunning, one-of-a-kind design in New York City.

Marianne Wilson
11/14/2022
Mastercard: Black Friday sales to rise 15%; in-store sales to see big increase
With many retailers closed again this year on Thanksgiving, shoppers are gearing up for a Black Friday shopping blitz — particularly in stores.

Marianne Wilson
11/14/2022
Dillard’s to go big at South Plains Mall
Dillard’s is investing in the Lubbock, Texas, market.

Marianne Wilson
11/14/2022
Ahold Delhaize USA names company veteran as new CEO
The chief executive of Ahold Delhaize USA plans to retire.

Marianne Wilson
11/14/2022
Walmart Q3 smashes estimates fueled by strong grocery sales; lifts outlook
Walmart Inc.’s third-quarter sales rose nearly 9% as inflation-weary shoppers continued to prioritize value and deals, especially in grocery.

Marianne Wilson