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

2/26/2024
PBR Cowboy Bar rides into Columbus
A staple ingredient in Live! entertainment districts goes solo at Easton Town Center.

Zachary Russell
2/25/2024
Survey: More than half of home decor shoppers value in-store experience
A large majority of consumers are open to buying home decor items online, but the in-store experience remains important.

Zachary Russell
2/25/2024
Benihana to expand with locations in South Florida, California
Benihana has opened its newest sushi location in Miami’s affluent Brickell neighborhood, with three more locations slated to open in 2024.

Zachary Russell
2/25/2024
Albertsons Cos. selects new marketing partner
The Idaho-based grocer has selected R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company (RRD) to transform its “promotional marketing ecosystem” and grocery merchandising.

Zachary Russell
2/22/2024
Survey: U.S. consumers more brand-loyal than global peers
More than 75% of U.S. consumers are willing to pay more to shop with the brands they’re loyal to, compared to 63% of global consumers who say the same.

Zachary Russell
2/22/2024
Zoup! changes name; to revamp locations
Fast-casual chain Zoup! will soon undergo a systemwide rebrand to give the soup restaurant a new identity.

Zachary Russell
2/22/2024
IBM: Identity-related cyberattacks spiked in 2023
Cybercriminals seized on stealing identity in 2023, presenting a growing problem for retailers as online shopping habits continue to grow.

Zachary Russell
2/21/2024
Big Lots expands toy selection with inventory acquisition
The Columbus, Ohio-based company has closed on a deal to acquire the entire inventory of the Hearthsong brand of children's toys.

Zachary Russell
2/21/2024
Rite Aid debuts 'It Means More' campaign amid bankruptcy
Rite Aid is launching a new advertising campaign as the company continues to close stores and make its way through Chapter 11.

Zachary Russell
2/21/2024
Survey: Marketers confident in using AI, but privacy remains top concern
Privacy is the top concern for retail marketers looking to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) into their strategy, according to a new survey.

Zachary Russell
2/21/2024
Jack in the Box expansion includes entering new state
Quick-serve chain Jack in the Box has signed new franchising agreements to expand its store count in two states.

Zachary Russell
2/21/2024
Chef'store to open five new locations in 2024
Wholesale food and restaurant suppliers warehouse Chef’store is continuing to grow its footprint, with five locations to open in four states.

Zachary Russell