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

9/22/2024
California Bans All Plastic Bags at Checkout
Gov. Newsom signs bill into law that goes into effect in 2026

Lynn Petrak
9/19/2024
EXCLUSIVE: Are Traditions Still Shaping Holiday Plans and Meals?
PG talks with SmartCommerce CEO about fresh data that supports desire for harmonious, familiar occasions

Lynn Petrak
9/19/2024
Instacart Becomes 1st Private Company to Join Global Food Institute’s Leadership Council
Group formed by Chef José Andrés at George Washington University works to build equitable food systems

Lynn Petrak
9/19/2024
2nd Foxtrot Reopens in Chicago
Old Town location features expanded café menu and assortment from local makers

Lynn Petrak
9/18/2024
EXCLUSIVE: Inside Walmart’s Open Call
SVP Jason Fremstad previews the upcoming pitch competition and shares how it reflects the retailer’s customer-centric mission

Lynn Petrak
9/18/2024
Easing Inflation Keeps Grocery Spending Steady
Latest data shows consumer resilience, especially for food at home

Lynn Petrak
9/18/2024
Target Hires CFO Away From PepsiCo
Longtime CPG finance exec Jim Lee joins retailer in key role

Lynn Petrak
9/17/2024
Acosta Group Rounding Out Exec Team
Company announces key new hires, promotions to support and guide global growth

Lynn Petrak
9/16/2024
KIND Snacks Appoints New CEO
Mars vet will lead healthy snack business

Lynn Petrak
9/15/2024
PCC Community Markets to Reopen Downtown Seattle Store
Location that shuttered in January will house smaller market and co-op's HQ

Lynn Petrak