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

9/27/2021
The 10 busiest shopping days for holiday 2021 will be…
For the first time since 2010, Christmas will fall on a Saturday this year — an occurrence that will impact holiday shopping patterns.

Marianne Wilson
9/27/2021
Casey’s in $220 million deal to acquire 40 Pilot c-stores in Tennessee, Kentucky
Casey’s General Stores continues to grow its retail portfolio through acquisitions.

Marianne Wilson
9/27/2021
Consumer confidence falls to seven-month low
U.S. consumer confidence dropped in September for the third consecutive month amid concerns over the Delta variant and higher prices.

Marianne Wilson
9/27/2021
Home Depot investing in funds focused on diversity, innovation
The Home Depot will invest $10 million in venture capital funds that promote diversity, technology and entrepreneurship.

Marianne Wilson
9/27/2021
Canadian performance apparel brand Duer opens second U.S. store
A Canadian brand known for its use of natural and sustainable materials in its performance apparel is branching out in the United States.

Marianne Wilson
9/26/2021
First Look: Nordstrom’s new home destination
Nordstrom Inc. has made a major move to expand its home goods business.

Marianne Wilson
9/26/2021
Dollar General expanding to its 47th state
Dollar General is increasing its presence in the Pacific Northwest.

Marianne Wilson
9/26/2021
Party City to open pop-up balloon experience in New York City
Party City is celebrating Halloween in a big way in the Big Apple.

Marianne Wilson
9/23/2021
Starbucks expanding ‘greener stores;’ locations use 30% less energy
Starbucks is accelerating its green push.

Marianne Wilson
9/23/2021
First Look: RH at Oak Brook combines luxury retail, dining
RH combines luxury shopping and dining at its newest location, Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, Ill.

Marianne Wilson
9/23/2021
NPD: Apparel sales on the rise as consumers seek wardrobe revamp
A new report has good news for the country’s apparel retailers.

Marianne Wilson
9/23/2021
Challenger: Employers need to bring women back to workforce — here’s how
The Biden Administration’s rule on vaccine mandates has created another reason for bringing women back to the workforce.

Marianne Wilson