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

4/17/2024
Natural Grocers Reveals Grand-Opening Plans for Relocated Store in Oklahoma
Retailer shares details of giveaways, discounts and community donations as it puts finishing touches on modern location

Lynn Petrak
4/17/2024
Tom Thumb Opens New Site in Dallas Suburb
Shoppers in Frisco check out latest store in an increasingly crowded grocery landscape

Lynn Petrak
4/15/2024
Simbe Adds to Exec Roster
Grocery intelligence provider appoints 6 new leaders

Lynn Petrak
4/15/2024
Meijer Cleans Up the Great Lakes Region With Drone Technology
Sustainable retailer donates $250K to improve Midwest waterways and beaches, as it prepares for annual golf tournament supporting hunger relief

Lynn Petrak
4/15/2024
The Fresh Market Expands Florida Footprint
Grocer plans April 24 grand opening for latest store near Bradenton

Lynn Petrak
4/15/2024
Here Comes Another Wegmans in North Carolina
Grocer plans to open outpost in Charlotte in 2026

Lynn Petrak
4/14/2024
How AI Is Affecting Beauty Brand Marketing
Dove pledges to never use AI in ads, as other companies pursue tech

Lynn Petrak
4/14/2024
Grocery Sales Rose in March
Latest government data shows monthly and yearly gains

Lynn Petrak
4/14/2024
What Leading Grocers Are Saying – and Advising – About AI
Upcoming GroceryTech event addresses aspects of AI across food retailing

Lynn Petrak
4/14/2024
Save A Lot's ESG Report Outlines Progress in Creating Sustainable Business Model
Licensed wholesaler summarizes efforts affecting employees, company structure and sustainability

Lynn Petrak