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

10/21/2019
JLL: The top five retailers where consumers plan to holiday shop are…
Holiday shoppers are fairly consistent when it comes to their favorite stores.

Marianne Wilson
10/21/2019
Cumberland Farms acquired by U.K. firm
A well-established player in the European convenience store market has expanded its presence in the United States.

Marianne Wilson
10/21/2019
President of Retail Industry Leaders Association to retire; successor named
The Retail Industry Leaders Association announced that its longtime president is stepping down.

Marianne Wilson
10/21/2019
Walmart in unique, multi-energy agreement
Walmart is expanding its sourcing from wind energy projects in two different energy markets.

Marianne Wilson
10/21/2019
First Look: FAO Schwarz drops retail anchor in London
FAO Schwarz has opened its first brick-and-mortar location in Europe.

Marianne Wilson
10/21/2019
Michaels Companies names CEO
The Michaels Companies Inc. has made it permanent.

Marianne Wilson
10/21/2019
Macy’s to go fur-free
Macy’s is getting out of the fur business.

Marianne Wilson
10/21/2019
Under Armour founder to step down as CEO; replacement named
Under Armour is getting a new chief executive come the new year.

Marianne Wilson
10/20/2019
Sportsman’s Warehouse converts Field & Stream stores to it banner
A regional sporting goods retailer has entered two new states via an acquisition.

Marianne Wilson
10/20/2019
Hollister exec joins Tommy Hilfiger
Tommy Hilfiger has tapped a retailer with experience in marketing to young consumers to take its own marketing efforts to the next level.

Marianne Wilson
10/20/2019
Destination Maternity files Chapter 11, store closings likely; looks for buyer
The nation’s largest retailer of maternity wear has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid sagging sales, increased competition and changing customer tastes.

Marianne Wilson
10/20/2019
Benetton to ‘pop-up’ in return to U.S. retail
The United Colors of Benetton is making its first foray into the U.S. retail scene after more than a two-year absence.

Marianne Wilson