Zachary Russell

Digital Editor

Author Profile

Zachary Russell is the digital editor at Chain Store Age. He has been with CSA’s parent company EnsembleIQ since 2021, first serving as associate editor at Store Brands.

Prior to joining EnsembleIQ, he was a freelance reporter covering local news stories of all kinds for the Press & Guide and The News-Herald newspapers.

A native of Metro Detroit, Zach graduated from Wayne State University with a degree in print and online journalism in 2020.

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ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

11/4/2026
Spinoso adds Greenwood Mall to management and leasing portfolio
One of Kentucky’s largest enclosed malls has a new owner and manager.

Zachary Russell
11/4/2026
Placer.ai: Visits rise at bookstores, off-price apparel chains heading into holidays
The holiday shopping season is set to begin, and several retail categories are heading into the holidays with strong momentum.

Zachary Russell
11/3/2026
CoStar: Retail vacancy rate to dip heading into 2027
Retail fundamentals are expected to improve in the short-term, with the national vacancy rate expected to dip by year’s end.

Zachary Russell
11/3/2026
Study: Consumers' inability to cover surprise emergencies on the rise
Financial insecurity has surged since last year, with consumers’ perception of food price increases at its highest level in four years.

Zachary Russell
11/3/2026
Study ranks nation's 'most bipartisan' brands
New data sheds light on which retail, restaurant and consumer brands are favorites among both sides of the political aisle.

Zachary Russell
11/3/2026
Paris Baguette opened 50-plus new cafes this year — with more planned for Q4
Paris Baguette continued its growth trajectory in 2026 as it aims to reach 1,000 locations in North America.

Zachary Russell
11/2/2026
Placer.ai: Five markets to watch in 2027 include...
Placer.ai has identified five markets primed for continued consumer momentum heading into 2027.

Zachary Russell
11/2/2026
Second Horizon Capital generates 15,000-plus 'acts of community' across portfolio
Second Horizon Capital is highlighting the results of its “250 Acts of Community” initiative it held to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.

Zachary Russell
11/2/2026
Survey: Grocery prices outrank housing, healthcare costs
Grocery prices were of mind for consumers who planned to cast their ballot in the 2026 midterm elections on Nov. 3.

Zachary Russell
11/2/2026
At Home names company veteran as CEO
Furniture and home decor retailer At Home has found its next leader.

Zachary Russell
11/1/2026
Store Expansion News: October update
Retailers and restaurants alike made headlines in October with store expansion plans and new formats.

Zachary Russell
11/1/2026
Survey: BNPL users willing to abandon purchase if preferred provider isn't available
Retailers offering a consumer's preferred buy now, pay later (BNPL) provider goes a long way.

Zachary Russell