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

1/9/2020
Casper files to go public with eye on expansion
The online startup that pioneered the mattress-in-a-box concept and helped reenergize the entire mattress category has filed for an initial public offering.

Marianne Wilson
1/9/2020
Calling all gamers: Simon to open 13,000-sq. ft. esports venue
A fast-growing sporting activity watched and played around the world is putting down roots in the largest shopping destination in the Southeast.

Marianne Wilson
1/9/2020
New York & Company parent to ‘rationalize’ real estate; gets NYSE listing notice
RTW Retailwinds, whose portfolio includes the New York & Company and Fashion to Figure businesses, is taking action after a disappointing holiday season.

Marianne Wilson
1/9/2020
Urban Outfitters offers mixed holiday report card
Urban Outfitters’ total holiday sales rose, fueled by strong growth at Free People. But its namesake division turned in a disappointing performance,

Marianne Wilson
1/9/2020
Wawa unveils new store format
Wawa has gone small.

Marianne Wilson
1/8/2020
Target launches activewear brand with emphasis on inclusivity
Target Corp. kicked off the new year by adding another owned-brand to its growing portfolio.

Marianne Wilson
1/8/2020
Holiday sales fall at J.C. Penney
J.C. Penney wasn’t able to stem the tide of declining same-store sales at department stores during the holiday season.

Marianne Wilson
1/8/2020
Lululemon taps Nike veteran for new leadership role
Lululemon athletica inc.’s first-ever chief brand officer brings a strong background in athletics to her new role.

Marianne Wilson
1/8/2020
Check out renderings for first-ever Harry Potter flagship
The dragon has landed — at least for the time being.

Marianne Wilson
1/8/2020
Kohl’s lowers outlook as holiday same-store sales fall
Kohl’s Corp. joined Macy’s and J.C. Penney in reporting a decline in holiday same-store sales.

Marianne Wilson