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

5/27/2021
The New Normal Is Here, Recent Shopping Data Shows
Newly released intelligence from Catalina reveals lingering pandemic behaviors balanced by a return to in-person activities

Lynn Petrak
5/26/2021
Amazon Fresh Opens 1st Store in Washington, D.C. Area
Franconia, Va., location welcomes customers heading into busy holiday weekend

Lynn Petrak
5/26/2021
Shoppers Expect Fast, Free Delivery and Are Sticking to Online Grocery Buying: Report
New survey by Coresight Research underscores importance of seamless experiences

Lynn Petrak
5/25/2021
With Amazon Prime Day Looming, New Report Reveals CPG and Retailer Impact
Research from Numerator shows online shopping event pulls from other retailers, helps participating CPGs gain share

Lynn Petrak
5/25/2021
Schnucks Rolls Out Summer Register Campaign for Military Family Scholarships
Midwest grocer also supports Folds of Honor with new online auction and rewards points donations

Lynn Petrak
5/24/2021
FMI Releases 2021 U.S. Grocery Shopper Trends Report
Research affirms shift in at-home meals, health and wellness and e-commerce

Lynn Petrak
5/24/2021
Hy-Vee Opens Store in Twin Cities Area, Plans Other Expansions
Iowa-based retailer offers more casual dining solutions and co-branded foods and apparel

Lynn Petrak
5/23/2021
Skogen’s Festival Foods Opens 2 Wisconsin Stores
Independent retailer expands presence in Milwaukee metro area

Lynn Petrak
5/23/2021
10-Minute Delivery Comes to U.S. Market With Gorillas’ New Service
German startup breaks into North America with bike delivery in NYC area

Lynn Petrak
5/20/2021
Save A Lot Celebrates Summer With 99-Day Seasonal Campaign
Discount retailer offers hot deals from Memorial Day to Labor Day

Lynn Petrak