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

10/26/2021
Shoppers Adjusting Habits Ahead of Thanksgiving
IRI releases new insights on behaviors tied to November holiday

Lynn Petrak
10/25/2021
IDDBA Works Toward Growth Plan With Board Changes
Dotty VanderMolen named new chairperson

Lynn Petrak
10/25/2021
Online Grocery Retailer to Accept SNAP/EBT Benefits
FarmboxRx expands delivery service to those facing food insecurity

Lynn Petrak
10/25/2021
Foot Traffic Up at Grocery Stores and Superstores This Summer
Placer.ai’s Q3 index points to more in-store visits amid return of COVID outbreaks and rise in staycations

Lynn Petrak
10/24/2021
Oregon Grocer Sues Beef Processor for Allegedly Supplying Tainted Meat
New Seasons Market files lawsuit for 2019 foodborne illness outbreak linked to beef supply

Lynn Petrak
10/24/2021
Cub Foods Ramps Up Delivery Service
Grocer teams with Capstone Logistics for grocery and liquor deliveries in Minnesota

Lynn Petrak
10/24/2021
Save A Lot Celebrates National Pizza Month With New Products
Several varieties of private label frozen pizza brand hitting shelves around the country

Lynn Petrak
10/21/2021
Shelf Engine Revs Up for More Growth With New Advisory Board Member
Industry leader Michael Schall joins tech company

Lynn Petrak
10/20/2021
Taking Stock of Thanksgiving Supply and Demand
New IRI data reveals category shortages, portends fewer promotions

Lynn Petrak
10/20/2021
Betty Crocker, Centenarian
Iconic brand celebrates milestone mark with new recipe contest

Lynn Petrak