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

8/25/2024
EXCLUSIVE: Jewel-Osco Marks 125th Anniversary in Chicago
Progressive Grocer on hand for banner’s kickoff party at colorful West Loop store

Lynn Petrak
8/22/2024
The Big Picture of DoorDash Delivery
Service provider’s new data shows that e-commerce saves families time and helps consumers with disabilities access necessities

Lynn Petrak
8/21/2024
New Carbon Credit Project Incentivizes Grocers to Donate More Food
Therm Solutions rolls out latest program to decarbonize food chain

Lynn Petrak
8/21/2024
Does Entering New Markets Pay Off?
Research from dunnhumby highlights opportunities – and opportunity costs – for expansion-minded regional grocers

Lynn Petrak
8/20/2024
Tech Startup Focused on Reusable Packaging Gets Additional $24M
Latest Series B funding will help The Rounds improve grocery tech and expand in new markets

Lynn Petrak
8/20/2024
CVS Features Employees' Artworks on Store Brand Journals
Retail pharmacy adds 1st-of-its-kind products as a way to support mental health and wellness

Lynn Petrak
8/20/2024
Increased Traffic at Target Generates Strong Q2 Results
Retailer reports higher comps, improved e-comm business and lower shrink, and raises earnings outlook for the year

Lynn Petrak
8/19/2024
Tony’s Fresh Market Relaunches Loyalty Program, Website
Parent company Heritage Grocers Group says changes reflect consumers' changing shopping habits

Lynn Petrak
8/19/2024
Changes at the Top of Hormel Foods’ Retail Business
Industry vet John Ghingo to succeed retiring Deanna Brady this fall

Lynn Petrak
8/19/2024
Food Lion Set for Simultaneous Ribbon Cutting at 167 Updated Stores
Results of $365M investment to be unveiled this week in Raleigh-Durham market

Lynn Petrak