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

8/28/2023
Arnold Schwarzenegger Takes Starring Role at Lidl
Action star to become DIY brand ambassador for German retailer

Lynn Petrak
8/28/2023
Rich’s Taps Industry Leader to Head Up R&D and FSQA
Tracey Ziener joins company following tenure at Mars

Lynn Petrak
8/28/2023
Butterball Says This Year's Thanksgiving Festivities Will Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Turkey brand's report confirms consumer commitment to having turkey at center of the table

Lynn Petrak
8/27/2023
Which Grocers Score Highest for Animal Welfare Commitments?
2 food retailers earn an A on new ASPCA Supermarket Scorecard

Lynn Petrak
8/27/2023
Lunds & Byerlys Sets Opening Date for New Minnesota Store
Latest location aims to create a prepared foods destination

Lynn Petrak
8/24/2023
Does Grocery Delivery Really Cut Down on Emissions?
Recent study determined where the sustainability rubber meets the road

Lynn Petrak
8/24/2023
Which Grocers Get High Customer Marks for Innovation?
American Innovation Index finds companies that engage in positive innovation are perceived as more attractive

Lynn Petrak
8/24/2023
The Fresh Market Double Teams Video Content for Tailgate Season
Grocer partners with cooking show host and author Vera Stewart for shoppable livestreams and TV show

Lynn Petrak
8/23/2023
H-E-B Gets Into Documentary-Making Business
Texas grocer spotlights the importance of landscapes and wildlife in nature-themed docuseries

Lynn Petrak
8/23/2023
Dollar Tree Looks to Rebound After Tough Week
Discounter focuses on consumables following net income decline and settlement with OSHA

Lynn Petrak