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

11/29/2023
Burlington exec joins Big Lots C-suite; adds new sourcing role
Big Lots is making two additions to its senior leadership team, including a new “extreme value” sourcing position.

Marianne Wilson
11/28/2023
First Look: Bogner goes bicoastal with two flagships
A German luxury sportswear brand founded in 1932 by an Olympic skier has opened two U.S. stores.

Marianne Wilson
11/28/2023
Dollar Tree income falls; reviewing Family Dollar portfolio
Dollar Tree reported mixed third-quarter results as shoppers continued to cut back on discretionary purchases.

Marianne Wilson
11/28/2023
Foot Locker beats Street amid progress in turnaround efforts; to enter India
Foot Locker reported better-than-expected third-quarter earnings and revenue and provided a slightly more upbeat sales outlook, citing progress in its turnaround initiatives and a strong Black Friday weekend.

Marianne Wilson
11/28/2023
In-store traffic strong throughout Black Friday weekend
After a positive turnout on Black Friday, shopper traffic in stores remained elevated throuhgout the holiday weekend.

Marianne Wilson
11/27/2023
Amazon unveils generative AI-powered chatbox for businesses
Amazon has debuted an artificial intelligence “expert assistant” (chatbox) for employees to use at work.

Marianne Wilson
11/27/2023
NRF: Black Friday had most holiday weekend traffic — online and in-store
A record number of people shopped over the five-day holiday weekend as Black Friday continued its streak as the most popular shopping day of the entire weekend.

Marianne Wilson
11/27/2023
Academy Sports + Outdoors ends 2023 expansion with seven new stores in November
Academy Sports + Outdoors is continuing its expansion efforts as it eyes opening 120 to 140 new stores by the end of 2027.

Marianne Wilson
11/26/2023
Upscale C-store retailer Foxtrot to merge with Dom’s Kitchen & Market
Two Chicago-based food companies known for their upscale, locally sourced assortments and in-store cafes are joining forces.

Marianne Wilson
11/26/2023
Victoria’s Secret shows off updated store design concept at Easton Town Center
Victoria’s Secret is using technology and innovative design to enhance its in-store connection with shoppers — and reduce its environmental impact.

Marianne Wilson