Marianne Wilson

2 weeks ago | chainstoreage.com | Marianne Wilson

Join Chain Store Age as we announce the recipients of the annual CSA Retail's Top Women Awards during a special webinar on Wednesday, June 25, at 2 p.m. (EDT). The awards honor the crucial role women play in key areas of retail operations, across all sectors of the retail industry. Awards will be given out in four separate categories: technology, supply chain, marketing, finance and corporate leadership.

2 weeks ago | chainstoreage.com | Marianne Wilson

Many (71%) retailers have switched suppliers from higher tariff to lower tariff countries. Most retailers are raising prices, moving production and product sourcing, and taking other actions in response to the Trump Administration’s fluctuating tariffs.

2 weeks ago | chainstoreage.com | Marianne Wilson

Core retail sales rose 0.23% month over month in May, led by digital. Retail sales continued to grow in May even though consumers slowed down on stocking up ahead of tariffs, reported the National Retail Federation. Core retail sales (excluding restaurants, auto dealers and gasoline stations) rose 0.23% month over month in May and were up 4.2% year over, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, released by the NRF.

2 weeks ago | chainstoreage.com | Marianne Wilson

Core retail sales rose 0.23% month over month in May, led by digital. Retail sales continued to grow in May even though consumers slowed down on stocking up ahead of tariffs, reported the National Retail Federation. Core retail sales (excluding restaurants, auto dealers and gasoline stations) rose 0.23% month over month in May and were up 4.2% year over year, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, released by the NRF.

2 weeks ago | chainstoreage.com | Marianne Wilson

Vera Bradley prodcuts are sold through its own stores as well as department and specialty stores.  Vera Bradley is shaking up its leadership team amid declining sales. The women's handbags and accessories company said that CEO Jacqueline Ardrey is leaving, and the board has launched a national search for her replacement. Ardrey will remain with Vera Bradley to aid in the transition until the end of July.