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

1/9/2024
Tailored Brands in CEO transition
There’s going to be a change in leadership at Tailored Brands.

Marianne Wilson
1/9/2024
Sales rise in December to help fuel solid holiday for retailers
Consumer spending inched up in December, helping retailers end the holiday season, which started strong in November, on an upbeat note.

Marianne Wilson
1/9/2024
Rothy’s names new CEO, president as co-founders step down from the roles
Rothy’s now has an all-female-led senior management team.

Marianne Wilson
1/9/2024
Aldi to transition to natural refrigerants chain-wide
Aldi is doubling down on its sustainability commitment with an ambitous new goal.

Marianne Wilson
1/8/2024
NRF: Attacks on cargo ships in Red Sea causing volatility in supply chains
Disruptions caused by attacks on cargo ships in the Red Sea have once again created volatility in retail supply chains, leading to delays and increased costs.

Marianne Wilson
1/8/2024
Starbucks plans major expansion in India — to open one store every three days
Starbucks Corp. has its sights set on one of the world’s most tea-loving countries.

Marianne Wilson
1/8/2024
SPECS 2024 reveals opening keynoter
An innovative entrepreneur and rock legend will deliver the opening keynote at Chain Store Age’s 60th annual SPECS Show, March 10-12, at the Gaylord Texan, Grapevine, Texas.

Marianne Wilson
1/8/2024
Import cargo in winter lull; Red Sea attacks most likely to affect East Coast ports
With the holiday season over, inbound cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports should gradually slow during the first quarter of 2024 before beginning to build again in the spring.

Marianne Wilson
1/8/2024
NRF’s Big Show to highlight women transforming the retail industry
A diverse group of women who are helping to shape the future of retail will take center stage at NRF 2024: Retail’s Big Show, which will take place Jan. 14 –16 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City.

Marianne Wilson
1/8/2024
Must-See New Retail in New York City
As the industry gathers in the Big Apple for NRF 2024: Retail's Big Show, the city is abuzz with new retail, ranging from off-price and value concepts to one-of-a-kind luxury boutiques.

Marianne Wilson