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

6/3/2021
New Government Jobs Report Confirms Decline in Grocery Employment
Overall unemployment rate falls to 5.8%, according to Labor Department

Lynn Petrak
6/2/2021
BJ’s Adds New Member to Board
Darryl Brown brings CPG and financial services experience to board of directors

Lynn Petrak
6/2/2021
Smart & Final Spotlights Both Old and New Moments for 150th Anniversary
Venerable retailer pays tribute to its history and engages with shoppers as they celebrate their own new milestones

Lynn Petrak
6/2/2021
Southeastern Grocers Tells Shoppers to Start Prepping Hurricane Kits Now
Retailer with stores in vulnerable areas offers supply tips and makes early donation for Red Cross relief

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6/1/2021
Albertsons Breaks Record for Donations
Leading food retailer announces $260M raised through in-store fundraising

Lynn Petrak
6/1/2021
Weis Kicks Off Dairy Month With Fundraising Campaign
Retailer works with Pennsylvania dairy groups to provide hunger relief through fresh milk donations

Lynn Petrak
6/1/2021
Father’s Day Promotions Heat Up
Grocers focus on foods and supplies for grilling as shoppers are expected to spend more this year on dear old Dad

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5/31/2021
Organic Garage Reports Substantial Increase in Sales and Profits in 'Transformational' Year
Canadian retailer plans to build on success with store expansion and product launches

Lynn Petrak
5/28/2021
Albertsons Rolls Toward Sustainability Goals With Zero-Emission Refrigerated Delivery
Volvo VNR Electric trucks and AEM electric refrigeration units put retailer on road toward greener future

Lynn Petrak
5/27/2021
Trader Joe’s, Costco Among Retailers on Forbes' Ranking of Best Employers for New Grads
Annual list spotlights companies well liked by young employees

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