Marianne Wilson

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Marianne Wilson is the editor-in-chief of Chain Store Age. With nearly three decades of experience at CSA, she is one of the most knowledgable retail editors in the industry. Over the years, she has been quoted in publications nationwide for her insights on retail, and has also served as a speaker at major retailing events in the U.S. and abroad. Marianne leads the CSA editorial team, overseeing content development across the brand’s online and print channels. She is also instrumental in the planning and execution of CSA’s Breakout Retailer Awards and Retail’s Top Women Awards.

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09/26/2023

Target closing nine stores in key cities amid theft, safety concerns

Target Corp. is taking action in response to theft and organized retail crime which it said is threatening the safety of its employees and customers.
09/26/2023

Dick’s closing all but three Moosejaw stores amid integration with Public Lands

Dick’s Sporting Goods is doing some internal realigning — and store closings.
09/26/2023

NRF: Retail shrink inches up 1.6%; ORC-related violence increases

With retail crime continuing to escalate throughout the country, more retailers are enforcing a “hands off” approach in the apprehension of shoplifters.
09/26/2023

Sportsman’s Warehouse names former Hertz, Cabela’s exec as CEO

Sportsman’s Warehouse Holdings Inc. has ended its search for a new chief executive with a seasoned retail executive.
09/26/2023

Aaron's Company opens newest 'GenNext' store

The Aaron’s Company Inc. continues to expand its “GenNext” store initiative.
09/26/2023

B. Riley Financial boosts ownership in Bebe Stores

B. Riley Financial has increased its stake in fashion brand Bebe Stores as its legendary founder plans to “step down.”
09/25/2023

Report: Rite Aid could close 400 to 500 stores

A potential bankruptcy plan could bring big changes to Rite Aid.
09/25/2023

Wawa unveils new ‘next-generation’ store design

Wawa is launching an updated store design.
09/25/2023

Krispy Kreme names CEO

Krispy Kreme has promoted an insider to the top spot.
09/25/2023

Challenger: Retailers to add 410,000 seasonal hires — lowest level since 2008

Most retailers appear to be taking a cautious stance toward seasonal hiring this year.