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

10/11/2026
Miniso to open four new Canadian stores this fall — here's where
Global lifestyle retailer Miniso is bringing one of its store formats to a new market for the first time.

Zachary Russell
10/11/2026
Eggs Up Grill hits nearly 100 units in development
Casual daytime restaurant chain Eggs Up Grill is highlighting its expansion momentum.

Zachary Russell
10/11/2026
Ross Stores reaches fiscal 2026 expansion goal — with plans for continued growth
Off-price giant Ross Stores Inc. is continuing its rapid expansion into the fall months.

Zachary Russell
10/8/2026
Bealls launches debut national ad campaign
Off-price retailer Bealls is gearing up for the holiday season with its debut national brand campaign – and a new mobile app.

Zachary Russell
10/8/2026
Study: Grocery costs hit consumers the hardest in these cities
Two Midwestern cities top the list of places where consumers spend the most on groceries relative to income.

Zachary Russell
10/8/2026
Survey: Consumers' BNPL habits include...
A large portion of consumers – especially younger ones – have an active buy now, pay later (BNPL) plan.

Zachary Russell
10/8/2026
Survey: Bad store experiences, high prices lead consumers to shop around
Grocery shoppers have limited patience when it comes to poor in-store experiences.

Zachary Russell
10/8/2026
Wayfair adds second New Jersey store to growth plans
Digitally-native home furnishings retailer Wayfair is doubling down on its brick-and-mortar expansion strategy in the Garden State.

Zachary Russell
10/6/2026
Shake Shack to make Brazil debut in 2027
Shake Shack is plotting its entrance into South America’s largest market.

Zachary Russell
10/6/2026
JLL: Holiday budgets to increase, driven by entertainment, dining out
Holiday spending is expected to increase this year, but gifts aren’t the main driver, according to a new report.

Zachary Russell
10/6/2026
ICSC: Nearly all shoppers to visit a store for holiday shopping
With budget concerns top of mind, physical stores are expected to play a critical role in holiday shopping.

Zachary Russell
10/6/2026
First Look: Adidas opens personalization-focused store at Mall of America
Adidas has opened up shop at North America’s largest retail and entertainment complex.

Zachary Russell