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

9/13/2021
Southeastern Grocers Sponsors Upcoming Pride Events
Retailer’s support of LGBTQ+ community is one facet of its culture of inclusivity

Lynn Petrak
9/13/2021
Harris Teeter Tweaks Store Hours
Temporary changes attributed to labor challenges

Lynn Petrak
9/12/2021
EPA Honors Several Retailers for Cuts in Refrigerant Emissions
GreenChill Partnership recognizes Meijer, Cook County Whole Foods Co-Op and Hy-Vee, among others

Lynn Petrak
9/12/2021
Blue Apron Adds Heat-and-Eat Products
Meal solutions provider introduces 3 varieties of microwavable dishes

Lynn Petrak
9/9/2021
FreshDirect Names New Managing Director
Dave Bass to lead new division of Ahold Delhaize USA

Lynn Petrak
9/9/2021
Kroger Makes Strides Toward Its ‘Seamless Ecosystem’ in Q2
Company releases 2nd-quarter results showing sales gains, new partnerships as inflation impact mounts

Lynn Petrak
9/9/2021
ThryveAI Becomes Wynshop
Name change reflects broader solutions for retailers, including independent grocers

Lynn Petrak
9/8/2021
Yes, Kids Really Do Influence Impulse Buys
Study from University of Florida ranks impact of shopping companions

Lynn Petrak
9/8/2021
Biden Administration Blames Protein Conglomerates for High Food Costs
White House announces measures to combat “pandemic profiteering” as meat industry fires back

Lynn Petrak
9/8/2021
Publix Promotes 2 Leaders
John Goff, Matt Crawley appointed to new roles

Lynn Petrak