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

10/01/2019

RH opens its newest retail showplace

RH continues to combine hospitality and retail with the debut of its newest location.
10/01/2019

Dick’s Sporting Goods expanding its store footprint

October is shaping up as a busy month for Dick’s Sporting Goods.
10/01/2019

VSP Global makes big move into physical retail; acquires 700-store chain

The nation’s sixth-largest optical retailer has a new owner.
09/30/2019

Study: Holiday shopping becoming less important to retailers

Holiday shopping is not what it used to be.
09/30/2019

Shoppers can buy the ring — and get hitched — at Helzberg Diamonds stores

Helzberg Diamonds is taking its customer service to the next level.
09/30/2019

Accenture: ‘Responsible retail’ trend will influence holiday shopping

Shoppers are growing wary of fashion waste and are becoming more concerned about the environmental and social impact of their purchases.
09/29/2019

Forever 21 files for bankruptcy; closing up to 178 U.S. stores

Forever 21, the retailer that popularized fast-fashion in the U.S., filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection with a plan to close most of its global locations. 
09/26/2019

Wawa plans big expansion in Northern Virginia

Wawa will be expanding across Northern Virginia in a big way.
09/26/2019

Wegmans Foods Markets to hit store milestone as it enters a new state

Wegmans Food Markets continues to expand its reach.
09/26/2019

Rent the Runway stops taking new customers, new rental orders — temporarily

A system upgrade at Rent the Runway is taking a big toll on the company’s business.