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

8/8/2024
Yes, Being Nice Is a Thing at Trader Joe’s
Team members talk about culture of positive empowerment and engagement in latest podcast

Lynn Petrak
8/7/2024
Is a City-Owned Grocery Store Coming to Chicago?
Feasibility study deems concept needed and doable

Lynn Petrak
8/7/2024
In-Store Discovery Kiosk Enhances Retail Media Capabilities
Freeosk partners with Place Exchange to enable messaging on existing demand-side platforms

Lynn Petrak
8/7/2024
Costco Reports Brisk Grocery Sales for July
Club operator also takes steps to crack down on card sharing

Lynn Petrak
8/7/2024
PHOTO GALLERY: H-E-B Makes Quick Work of Presence in DFW Metroplex
Grocer opens 2nd store in Frisco while keeping pace on other nearby construction projects

Lynn Petrak
8/6/2024
Walmart, ALDI Continue Private Label Dominance
Numerator report confirms overall store-brand expansion and success among leading retailers

Lynn Petrak
8/6/2024
The Rise of Poultry: How Consumer Demand Is Reshaping the Market
Brands and retailers deliver on demands for affordability, variety and convenience

Lynn Petrak
8/6/2024
CVS Performance Reflects Tough Channel Environment
Company reports higher sales but lowers outlook

Lynn Petrak
8/6/2024
EXCLUSIVE: Where CPG Innovation Meets Food Policy
Progressive Grocer talks with International Food & Beverage Alliance’s Secretary-General about shared company priorities

Lynn Petrak
8/5/2024
Raley’s Launches Discount Program for Military and 1st Responders
Monthly 10% savings offer extends to active and retired personnel and their families

Lynn Petrak