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

4/15/2025
Michaels looks to fill void left by Party City; expands balloons, party supplies
In the wake of the demise of Party City, Michaels is positioning itself as a one-stop destination for all things parties related.

Marianne Wilson
4/15/2025
Total retail sales rise 1.4% in March as consumers rush to beat tariffs
Consumer spending was stronger than expected in March, fueled by surging auto-related sales as consumers looked to get ahead of potential tariff-related price increases.

Marianne Wilson
4/14/2025
Albertsons tops Street amid strong pharmacy growth; new CEO takes over on May 1
Albertsons Companies reported better-than-expected earnings and revenue for its fourth quarter but a disappointing outlook as the company readies for a change in leadership.

Marianne Wilson
4/14/2025
Lowe’s bets big on home improvement professionals with $1.32 billion acquisition
Lowe's Companies is expanding its professional contractor (Pro) offerings into a new distribution channel.

Marianne Wilson
4/13/2025
NRF: March sales see ‘moderate’ gain as consumers stock up before tariffs
Retail sales inched up in March after two straight months of declines, but gains remained moderate amid consumer concerns about rising tariffs.

Marianne Wilson
4/10/2025
First Look: Princess Polly continues U.S. expansion with NYC flagship
Gen Z fave Princess Polly has made her Big Apple debut.

Marianne Wilson
4/10/2025
Consumer sentiment plunges to second-lowest level on record
The mood of Americans continues to sour amid rising concerns about inflation and unemployment.

Marianne Wilson
4/10/2025
Study: Personalized messages drive loyalty, sales
Generic marketing message are a big turn-off to consumers.

Marianne Wilson
4/10/2025
Retailers support federal bill to thwart organized retail crime
Retailers are urging passage of new bipartisan legislation that would establish a coordinated federal response to the growing problem of organized retail crime.

Marianne Wilson
4/9/2025
Import cargo levels to drop ‘dramatically’ amid uncertainty
Import cargo at the nation’s major container ports is expected to drop dramatically beginning next month.

Marianne Wilson