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

9/24/2024
USDA Shares Its Take on Online Grocery Habits
Agency’s ERS branch publishes new report showing barriers and opportunities in the omnichannel

Lynn Petrak
9/24/2024
PIM Brands Expands Leadership Team
Senior-level hires reflect focus on growth in key areas

Lynn Petrak
9/24/2024
Kroger Marks Customer Appreciation Week
From now through Oct. 1, shoppers can take advantage of discounts, offers

Lynn Petrak
9/23/2024
EXCLUSIVE: Behind the Scenes at SpartanNash’s Immersive IT Event
Progressive Grocer talks with CIO Masiar Tayebi about inaugural IT Training Palooza

Lynn Petrak
9/23/2024
Inmar Announces 1st Chief Performance Officer
Former VP and 2024 PG TWIG winner Pia Ostos tapped for pivotal position

Lynn Petrak
9/23/2024
Looming Port Strike Could Spur Ripple Effect at Grocery
Port workers in East and Gulf coasts set to take action on Oct. 1

Lynn Petrak
9/22/2024
EXCLUSIVE: How One Marketing Company Is Making Big Investments in Tech to Power Custom Solutions
Progressive Grocer visits Quad’s innovation center to get details on collab with Google Cloud and other next-gen capabilities

Lynn Petrak
9/22/2024
California Bans All Plastic Bags at Checkout
Gov. Newsom signs bill into law that goes into effect in 2026

Lynn Petrak
9/19/2024
EXCLUSIVE: Are Traditions Still Shaping Holiday Plans and Meals?
PG talks with SmartCommerce CEO about fresh data that supports desire for harmonious, familiar occasions

Lynn Petrak
9/19/2024
Instacart Becomes 1st Private Company to Join Global Food Institute’s Leadership Council
Group formed by Chef José Andrés at George Washington University works to build equitable food systems

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