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

10/23/2023

P.F. Chang's taps Panera Bread exec as CEO

P.F. Chang's China Bistro has ended its search for a new chief executive.
10/23/2023

Pickleball Kingdom in deal to open 20 indoor locations in New Jersey

New Jersey is set for a major expansion of sites dedicated to one of the country’s fastest-growing sports.
10/23/2023

Walmart to celebrate Veterans Day with celebrity concert; to livestream event

Walmart is holding a concert featuring a 15-time Grammy Awards winner in honor of Veterans Day.
10/23/2023

Pret A Manger to add 250 U.S. stores by 2029

Pret A Manger is growing its footprint in the United States.
10/20/2023

Scheels to go big with anchor store in Texas development

Scheels is expanding its reach in the Lone Star state.
10/20/2023

Sorel Footwear pops-up all aglow in orange in NYC

Sorel Footwear celebrated the 50th anniversary of its iconic Caribou silhouette with the opening of its first-ever pop-up.
10/20/2023

Z Gallerie files for bankruptcy; pins hopes on finding buyer

Z Gallerie has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and is hoping to find a buyer to avoid liquidation.
10/19/2023

Rite Aid store closing update — here are the locations

Court documents reveal that Rite Aid plans to close 154 locations across 17 states, with the most occurring in Pennsylvania, New York and California.
10/18/2023

Costco’s longtime CEO to step down; successor named

A 40-year veteran will move into the top spot at Costco Wholesale Corp. come the new year.
10/18/2023

CGP predicts anemic holiday growth; strongest/weakest categories will be...

Despite September’s solid month-to-month results, consumers are pivoting to slower spending as holiday approaches.