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

2/4/2024
Giant Food 1st Community Pharmacy to Offer CPR Certification
Initiative part of D.C.-area retailer’s health, wellness and "Better Neighbor" commitments

Lynn Petrak
2/4/2024
What New Products Are Hot With Consumers?
BrandSpark International and Newsweek announce winners of 16th annual shopper survey

Lynn Petrak
2/1/2024
Grocers Feeling the Love This Month
Retailers tout Valentine’s Day offerings, sales and inspiration ahead of another big holiday

Lynn Petrak
2/1/2024
Circana Announces Leadership Changes
Firm appoints new chief commercial officer and shares other promotions across global business functions

Lynn Petrak
2/1/2024
Advantage Solutions Sells Foodservice Businesses
Tech-driven sales and marketing company focuses on brands and retail services

Lynn Petrak
1/31/2024
Are Consumers Avoiding Processed Foods?
New research shows confusion about intake of products deemed processed and ultra-processed

Lynn Petrak
1/31/2024
Southeastern Grocers Honors Black History Month, Opens Annual Grant Program
Applications accepted through August for Romay Davis Belonging Inclusion and Diversity grant

Lynn Petrak
1/31/2024
Driscoll’s Names New Chief Commercial Officer
Former berry grower and longtime company leader Garland Reiter takes on key growth position

Lynn Petrak
1/31/2024
3 Legacy CPGs Announce Brand Overhauls
Ocean Spray, Mars and Pomi show off new looks, with updated products, packaging and campaigns

Lynn Petrak
1/30/2024
How Grocers and Brands Are Lining Up for Super Bowl Gains
Consumers expected to shell out $17.4B on foods, drinks and supplies for Feb. 11 big game

Lynn Petrak