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

4/13/2021
Bed Bath & Beyond swings to Q4 profit; sales miss
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. reported mixed fourth-quarter results as the ongoing store closures and the sale of its non-core banners — both key to its turnaround strategy — took a toll on its sales.

Marianne Wilson
4/12/2021
Walmart increases efforts to protect birds, bees, other pollinators from pesticides
Walmart announced a comprehensive initiative to protect birds, bees, butterflies and other pollinators — all of which are essential to the nation’s food supply.

Marianne Wilson
4/12/2021
Macy’s veteran joins NRF executive management team
The National Retail Federation appointed Martine Reardon as chief marketing officer and executive VP of content and membership.

Marianne Wilson
4/12/2021
Tractor Supply adding branded in-store Carhartt shops
Tractor Supply Company is expanding its partnership with Carhartt.

Marianne Wilson
4/12/2021
Lowe’s targets pro customers with enhanced store experience
Lowe's is going after its professional customer (Pro) base by rolling out an in-store shopping experience created specifically for them.

Marianne Wilson
4/12/2021
Kohl’s named Energy Star Partner of the Year for 10th consecutive year
It’s an even 10 for Kohl’s Corp. as the retailer is recognized for its longstanding commitment to energy efficiency.

Marianne Wilson
4/12/2021
Former CEO of Pier 1 joins Dollar Tree executive team
A retail executive with global consumer goods experience has joined the leadership team of Dollar Tree.

Marianne Wilson
4/12/2021
Scotch & Soda opens its largest store — in a theater
The Amsterdam-based fashion brand Scotch & Soda has opened its largest location yet, in the Dutch city of 's-Hertogenbosch, also known as Den Bosch.

Marianne Wilson
4/12/2021
Retail branding vet joins David’s Bridal team
David’s Bridal had added a retail veteran to its creative team.

Marianne Wilson
4/11/2021
Check out Roche Bros.' new store at mixed-use development Arsenal Yards
Roche Bros. has opened a location at the 1 million-plus sq. ft. Arsenal Yards in Watertown, Mass.

Marianne Wilson
4/11/2021
PGA Tour Superstore set to open milestone store
PGA Tour Superstore is entering a new state as it continues to expand its footprint.

Marianne Wilson
4/11/2021
Bed Bath & Beyond in new effort to take lead in $180 billion home market
Bed Bath & Beyond is launching one of its biggest brand campaigns ever in a move to position itself as the leading authority in home goods. Store employees will be outfitted with uniforms as part of the initiative.

Marianne Wilson