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.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

10/15/2019

The Kitchen Collection to close all stores

Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Co. is winding down the retail operations of its specialty kitchenware subsidiary.
10/14/2019

Gap Inc. opens first retail location of its Hill City menswear brand

Hill City has popped up in its parents’ home town and is also expanding in other ways as it looks to start ramping up its growth.
10/14/2019

First Look: Harvey Nichols unveils tech-infused store

British luxury department store retailer Harvey Nichols’ revamped store in Hong Kong’s Pacific Place artfully blends interactive hi-tech elements with more traditional physical shopping experiences.
10/14/2019

Eyemart Express ramps up expansion

A Dallas-based optical retailer is expanding into new markets.
10/14/2019

Gymboree to make retail comeback online and in stores

The Gymboree brand is being revived — by a former rival.
10/14/2019

Batter Up: MLB to open its first-ever flagship store

Major League Baseball is throwing its hat in the retail arena, opening a one-stop shopping destination for baseball fans.
10/14/2019

Burlington Stores names CFO

Burlington Stores Inc. has tapped an insider as its finance head.
10/10/2019

Indochino in store milestone

Digitally native Indochino just opened its 50th store — with more to come by yearend.
10/10/2019

Five Below in pilot to open gaming centers in stores

Five Below is getting on board the fast-growing esports craze.
10/10/2019

The Apocalypse That Isn’t

Sometimes perception gets in the way of reality. Such is the case, I think, with the death of physical retail.