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

1/30/2024
Bob’s Red Mill Appoints New VP of Sales
Jason Krzewinski joins executive team at grains and snack manufacturer

Lynn Petrak
1/30/2024
Costco Opens 1st Business Center in Alaska
Anchorage location offers 2-day delivery across the state

Lynn Petrak
1/29/2024
Instacart Now Accepts Online SNAP at 170 Retail Banners
Grocery tech company expands SNAP acceptance, chosen as partner for government summit

Lynn Petrak
1/29/2024
Which Grocers Rank Highest for Shopper Satisfaction?
Trader Joe's no longer No. 1 on American Customer Satisfaction Index

Lynn Petrak
1/28/2024
5 Noteworthy Frozen Food Trends
Conagra Brands releases 1st report on growth in frozen food sector

Lynn Petrak
1/28/2024
The Most Diverse Grocers
Newsweek recognizes several mid- and large-size food retailers as having greatest workplaces for diversity

Lynn Petrak
1/28/2024
UNFI Amplifies AI in New Distribution Center
Natural food wholesaler scales up automation capability in sites in Pennsylvania and Washington

Lynn Petrak
1/25/2024
Behind the Data on Out-of-Stocks and Substitutions
Upshop’s insights reveal opportunities to stem losses

Lynn Petrak
1/25/2024
Dierbergs Adds App to Help Shoppers With Dietary Needs
Midwest grocer teams with food tech company Fig on latest solution

Lynn Petrak
1/25/2024
State, Federal Lawmakers Seek to Support Small Grocers
Proposed bills include funds to bolster businesses and increase food security

Lynn Petrak