Lynn Petrak

Senior Editor

Author Profile

Lynn Petrak is senior editor at Progressive Grocer and a veteran of the food retailing industry with nearly 30 years of experience. Lynn is well-versed in all aspects of the industry and has also contributed to brands including Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, Meat & Poultry, Dairy Field, Farm to Plate, Refrigerated & Frozen Foods Retailer and Store Brands. Lynn held key communications roles with dairy and beef trade associations. She has also taught journalism classes and earned a journalism degree from Northern Illinois University in 1991.

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ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

11/20/2024
Creative Energy Adds to Exec Team
Jackie Silver joins food industry ad agency, along with other industry vets

Lynn Petrak
11/20/2024
Publix Promotes From Within for VP of Finance
Doug Stalbaum tapped for key role

Lynn Petrak
11/20/2024
Despite Value Focus, Food and Beverage Growth Potential Remains
Circana maps out market drivers and opportunities in year-end report

Lynn Petrak
11/19/2024
PLMA Recognizes Top Store Brand Products
2024 Salute to Excellence Award winners span several categories and retail formats

Lynn Petrak
11/19/2024
Tough 3rd Quarter for Target Ahead of Crucial Holiday Period
Inventory issues, consumer pullbacks lead to lower-than-expected revenues and adjusted yearly outlook

Lynn Petrak
11/19/2024
WAFC Adds Super King Markets Exec to Board
Jake Fermanian to serve alongside more than 2 dozen other West Coast grocery leaders

Lynn Petrak
11/18/2024
Food Waste Programs Do More Than Lower Landfills
During recent Grocery Impact event, experts at Denali and e-grocer Martie outline efforts to optimize food stocks

Lynn Petrak
11/18/2024
5 Takeaways From PLMA's Private Label Trade Show
Record-breaking attendance, vendor presence reflects ongoing store brand boom

Lynn Petrak
11/18/2024
Why ALDI's Success Hinges on Obsession With Quality and Value
Progressive Grocer talks with the retailer's president at PLMA trade show about keeping up with the private label momentum

Lynn Petrak
11/14/2024
Like Inflation, Grocery Sales Hold (Mostly) Steady
New government reports reveal 0.1% bump in October

Lynn Petrak