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

10/13/2025
Camera West New York City flagship unites physical, digital channels
One of the nation's leading sellers of fine photographic equipment is celebrating its 25th anniversary with the opening of a flagship in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood.

Marianne Wilson
10/13/2025
JCPenney partners to offer in-store cancer support program
JCPenney is partnering to host workshops nationwide for patients undergoing cancer treatment.

Marianne Wilson
10/13/2025
Saks Fifth Avenue holiday plans include return of light show at NYC flagship
Saks Fifth Avenue has unveiled its 2025 holiday campaign.

Marianne Wilson
10/13/2025
Target launching limited-time, 100-plus item collection with Woolrich
Target Corp. has unveiled its latest design partnership.

Marianne Wilson
10/12/2025
Report: Kroger looks to hire its next CEO from outside the company
The Kroger Co. may be breaking from tradition.

Marianne Wilson
10/12/2025
Walmart gives ‘golden ticket’ to more than 100 entrepreneurs
More than 500 entrepreneurs showed up to pitch their products at Walmart’s 12th annual Open Call, which was held last week at the retailer’s new headquarters in Bentonville, Ark.

Marianne Wilson
10/12/2025
Study: Buc-ee’s tops among convenience stores in brand equity
A Texas-based retailer known for its super-sized stores tops a ranking of U.S. C-store banners based on their ability to deliver customer loyalty and growth beyond fuel.

Marianne Wilson
10/9/2025
Nordstrom adds 2028 location to 2026/2027 new store lineup — here is the list
Nordstrom continues to grow the footprint of its off-price retail division.

Marianne Wilson
10/9/2025
Levi’s Q3 profit tops estimates as DTC drives sales; could double U.S. store count
Levi Strauss & Co. reported another solid quarter and raised its full-year outlook as its shift from being a traditional jeans brand to a “DTC-first, head-to-toe denim lifestyle” retailer continues to win over both male and female shoppers.

Marianne Wilson
10/9/2025
Wendy’s launches turnaround plan to drive growth, profitability
The Wendy's Company has unveiled a strategic plan as it deals with sluggish sales and changing consumer behavior — and continues its search for a new CEO.

Marianne Wilson
10/8/2025
Kohl's unwraps holiday plans
Kohl’s holiday plans include expanded assortments, toys starting at $4.99, an online personalized gift list, extended returns and more.

Marianne Wilson
10/8/2025
Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein parent company names chief supply chain officer
A seasoned supply chain and operations executive is joining the C-suite at PVH Corp.

Marianne Wilson