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

3/12/2025
Charcuterie Craze: Why the Trend Is Here to Stay and How It's Evolving
Category remains hot as consumer demand grows and retailers and brands offer new solutions

Lynn Petrak
3/12/2025
The Grocer's Guide to Holiday Entertaining
Hybrid meal solutions, creative cross-merchandising, and strategic planning around major and mini holidays can lift sales and meet shopper demands

Lynn Petrak
3/11/2025
Associated Wholesale Grocers Widens Store-Brand Assortment
Wholesaler debuts items catering to shopper interest in health, wellness, convenience and flavor

Lynn Petrak
3/11/2025
Grocery Inflation Flat in February
Latest CPI data shows that egg prices are still spiking, as experts underscore the tightrope of relief and wariness

Lynn Petrak
3/10/2025
Kroger Debuts E-Comm Business Unit
New portfolio headed up by company’s longtime tech exec, Yael Cosset

Lynn Petrak
3/10/2025
Save Mart Honors Outstanding Store Managers
Regional grocer recognizes several leaders at annual awards ceremony

Lynn Petrak
3/9/2025
How Bird Flu and Tariffs Are Affecting Shopper Behaviors
Recent FMI briefing explores current and short-term pricing environment

Lynn Petrak
3/9/2025
Krasdale Foods CEO Passes Away
Charles Krasne, who steered the family-owned grocery distribution, merchandising and marketing services company, was 94

Lynn Petrak
3/9/2025
Where Is Trader Joe’s Headed Next?
Retailer keeps up the rapid pace of openings in ‘25

Lynn Petrak
3/9/2025
Lunds & Byerlys Pulling Out of Downtown St. Paul
Shifting work culture, crime issues among reasons for closing

Lynn Petrak