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

4/24/2025
EXCLUSIVE: Inside Meijer’s New Independence Market in Michigan
Neighborhood concept in Clarkston includes large local assortment, restaurant stand, outdoor patio and everyday groceries

Lynn Petrak
4/23/2025
ALDI Raises the Stakes in Vegas
Retailer opens 2 stores in that city as it kicks off its westward move

Lynn Petrak
4/22/2025
Food Industry Reacts to Government’s Synthetic Dye Ban
FDA’s announcement ignites range of responses as change ripples through supply chain

Lynn Petrak
4/22/2025
Publix Expands in Virginia
Grocer opens doors of its latest site in Chesapeake

Lynn Petrak
4/22/2025
Sales Exec Changes at Butterball
Longtime leader to retire, as another protein vet steps up

Lynn Petrak
4/21/2025
Oregon Indie Grocer Expands Footprint
Latest Market of Choice to be unveiled in Hillsboro next month

Lynn Petrak
4/21/2025
Grocers Make a World of Difference on Earth Day
Retailers share progress toward sustainability goals, inspire others to make changes

Lynn Petrak
4/21/2025
MiO Rolls Out Mobile Inventory and Ordering Platform for Wholesalers
Scalable systems now encompass ordering, inventory tracking, warehouse workflows and delivery routing

Lynn Petrak
4/21/2025
EXCLUSIVE: Why Stakeholders Shouldn’t Be Complacent About FSMA 204
Progressive Grocer talks with experts about how to best use the extra time after FDA's 30-month extension

Lynn Petrak
4/20/2025
Fresh Express Debuts Crisp New Look
Salad kit maker reveals brand refresh

Lynn Petrak