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

6/1/2021
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

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

Lynn Petrak
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
The New Normal Is Here, Recent Shopping Data Shows
Newly released intelligence from Catalina reveals lingering pandemic behaviors balanced by a return to in-person activities

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

Lynn Petrak
5/26/2021
Shoppers Expect Fast, Free Delivery and Are Sticking to Online Grocery Buying: Report
New survey by Coresight Research underscores importance of seamless experiences

Lynn Petrak
5/26/2021
Amazon Fresh Opens 1st Store in Washington, D.C. Area
Franconia, Va., location welcomes customers heading into busy holiday weekend

Lynn Petrak
5/25/2021
Schnucks Rolls Out Summer Register Campaign for Military Family Scholarships
Midwest grocer also supports Folds of Honor with new online auction and rewards points donations

Lynn Petrak
5/25/2021
With Amazon Prime Day Looming, New Report Reveals CPG and Retailer Impact
Research from Numerator shows online shopping event pulls from other retailers, helps participating CPGs gain share

Lynn Petrak