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

11/5/2023
Industry Leaders Converge at Grocery Impact Event
Progressive Grocer’s expanded, revamped forum and awards celebrations kick off this week in Orlando

Lynn Petrak
11/2/2023
Amazon Opting for Food Over Fashion in Physical Retail
Retail company closes 2 apparel locations in Ohio and California

Lynn Petrak
11/2/2023
Trader Joe’s Opens Another NYC Store
Forest Hills location to host ribbon cutting on Nov. 7

Lynn Petrak
11/1/2023
Grocers Honor Veterans With Discounts, Career Opportunities
Ahead of Veterans Day, retailers around the U.S. support service members and families

Lynn Petrak
11/1/2023
Most Consumers Still Leery of AI: Report
Despite general reservations, new dunnhumby research finds that younger consumers appreciate AI-enabled personalization

Lynn Petrak
11/1/2023
Natural Grocers Hits 45-Store Milestone in Colorado
Retailer welcomes shoppers to latest store in Loveland on Nov. 15

Lynn Petrak
10/31/2023
How Target Is Aiming to Win Thanksgiving
Retailer shares grocery shopping list for a celebratory meal under $25

Lynn Petrak
10/31/2023
How Refocused Promotions Can Move the Needle in Produce
Progressive Grocer talks with Circana pro about category trends and opportunities

Lynn Petrak
10/31/2023
Publix's Net Earnings Soar Over 100%
Sales also increased by more than 7% in Q3

Lynn Petrak
10/31/2023
Another Food Bazaar Planned for Manhattan
Family-owned grocer to unveil location in mixed-use development in 2025

Lynn Petrak