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.

Follow Lynn on LinkedIn.

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

9/5/2023
SpartanNash Invests in More AI Tools to Predict Shopper Demand
Food solutions company teams with Upshop to improve efficiencies, reduce waste

Lynn Petrak
9/5/2023
C&S on Track to Acquire Kroger and Albertsons Stores: Report
Deal to sell off overlapping locations may be announced as early as this week, sources say

Lynn Petrak
9/4/2023
How Products Make It On Trader Joe’s Shelves
Hint: It’s not just about the customer's taste

Lynn Petrak
9/4/2023
Cargill, Coca-Cola Vet Named IFT Board President
Sean Leighton is a longtime active member and leader of nonprofit food science group

Lynn Petrak
9/4/2023
What’s Next for Walgreens' Leadership Amid CEO Departure?
Rosalind Brewer leaves after 2 years; director Ginger Graham named interim CEO

Lynn Petrak
8/31/2023
EXCLUSIVE: A Coffee Entrepreneur Talks Beans and Beats
Michael Loyd of Dope Coffee expands distribution of products to grocers with a hip-hop vibe

Lynn Petrak
8/31/2023
Is the Tight Job Market Loosening?
Recent data portends possible changes in hiring trends

Lynn Petrak
8/31/2023
Shoppers Say These Grocers Have Best Customer Service
Newsweek polls 30K consumers to gauge service in both brick-and-mortar and online stores

Lynn Petrak
8/30/2023
Is Hostess Up for Sale?
Reports surface about snack company weighing its options

Lynn Petrak
8/30/2023
What Strong Quarter at Ollie’s Says About Deal-Seeking Shoppers
Extreme value retailer reports stronger-than-expected sales and earnings

Lynn Petrak