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

09/19/2023

Holiday shopping off to early start, according to survey

Shoppers are getting an early jump on holiday shopping — especially those in a certain income bracket.
09/19/2023

C-store retailer EG America names new CEO

The parent company of Cumberland Farms, Kwik Shop and other U.S. c-store banners has a new leader.
09/19/2023

Mastercard forecasts holiday sales gain of 3.7%, led by electronics

The upcoming holiday season will bring a “rebalancing’ across categories, channels and sectors in line with macroeconomic trends.
09/18/2023

NRF: Less than one-quarter of consumers trust credit card companies

Consumers have a trust problem with credit card companies when it comes to certain issues.
09/15/2023

Grocery vet to open new store concept with ‘unparalleled’ “ shopping experience

A new grocery store concept that combines convenience, dining and recreation (complete with a putting green) is coming to Augusta, Ga.
09/15/2023

Uniqlo unveils revamped Paris flagship; partners with Paris Opera

Uniqlo has reopened its Paris flagship following an extensive eight-month renovation.
09/15/2023

First Look: Pop Mart open its first U.S. store

A popular Asian designer toy and collectibles brand has set up shop in the U.S.
09/15/2023

Study: Amazon is world’s fifth largest company by market cap

Tech companies dominate a ranking of the ten biggest companies in 2023 by market cap.
09/15/2023

AlixPartners: ‘Value-right’ retailers will win holiday; shoppers to trade down

The pressures of inflation, higher interest rates, high credit-card debt and other factors will moderate spending across the board this holiday season.
09/14/2023

Leading customer service pain points for online shopping are ….

One poor customer service encounter online can turn a customer off for good.