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

9/14/2020
Study: Retailers slow in unveiling holiday hiring plans this year
Retailers, with some exceptions, have been slow out of the gate in announcing their seasonal hiring plans.

Marianne Wilson
9/14/2020
Francesca's exploring options; raises doubt about ‘ability to continue’
Francesca's Holdings Corp. issued a “going concern’’ warning as it swung to a second-quarter loss amid a 29% decrease in sales.

Marianne Wilson
9/13/2020
J.Jill in agreement to avoid bankruptcy; will restructure out of court
J.Jill has managed to avoid taking a trip bankruptcy court.

Marianne Wilson
9/13/2020
REI in $390 million deal to sell new headquarters to Facebook
REI Co-op has sold its new corporate campus even before it moved in, in line with the company’s move away from the traditional retail HQ model.

Marianne Wilson
9/13/2020
First Look: Apple’s most ambitious store yet floats on the water
Apple has opened a store that sits on the waters of Marina Bay in Singapore.

Marianne Wilson
9/13/2020
Bed Bath & Beyond taps former Bloomin’ Brands, Office Depot exec to lead supply chain
Bed Bath & Beyond has made a crucial hire as it works to turnaround its operations.

Marianne Wilson
9/13/2020
Macy’s to ‘reimagine’ Thanksgiving Day parade — without crowds
Macy’s is going forward with its annual Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City – but it will be different than in past years due to the pandemic.

Marianne Wilson
9/10/2020
Kroger posts strong Q2 as digital sales jump 127%
The Kroger Co. reported better-than-expected second-quarter earnings and sales amid surging digital growth.

Marianne Wilson
9/10/2020
Starbucks brings 'community store' concept to Watts neighborhood of LA
Starbucks Corp. continues to expand its network of stores dedicated to supporting local economic growth.

Marianne Wilson
9/10/2020
Five Below in milestone store opening
Five Below has not slowed down its store growth.

Marianne Wilson