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

12/16/2024
EXCLUSIVE: In the (Gingerbread) House with Target’s SVP
Progressive Grocer talks holiday trends with food and beverage exec John Conlin

Lynn Petrak
12/15/2024
Costco Goes Greener in Latest Fiscal Year
Club operator releases annual update on sustainability commitments

Lynn Petrak
12/15/2024
Save A Lot Finishing Refreshes in Chicago
Yellow Banana opens latest revamped site on city’s South Side

Lynn Petrak
12/15/2024
PHOTO GALLERY: Inside the New Whole Foods Market in Stamford
Former Lord & Taylor store in Connecticut now houses 1,000+ locally sourced grocery items

Lynn Petrak
12/12/2024
Will Consumers Turn the Corner in 2025?
Acosta Group shares trend predictions focusing on shopper interest in authenticity, entertainment and enjoyable experiences

Lynn Petrak
12/12/2024
Grocery Categories Help Lift Costco’s Q1 Sales
Club store operator reports boost in same-store sales and earnings, as customers demonstrate ongoing resilience

Lynn Petrak
12/12/2024
The Avocado Boom Continues
Avocado Institute of Mexico affirms higher import trends ahead of possible North American tariffs

Lynn Petrak
12/11/2024
The Fresh Market Expands in New England
Retailer ends busy fall with a bang, adding 2 stores near Boston

Lynn Petrak
12/11/2024
PHOTO GALLERY: Publix Opens New Florida Store With Boat Dock
In addition to Hollywood, grocer welcomes shoppers to another location in Virginia Beach

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12/11/2024
Coca-Cola Names New EVP and COO
Longtime exec Henrique Braun will lead global operating units; company also revises environmental goals

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