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

1/23/2022
Meijer to Offer N95 Masks to Shoppers
Michigan retailer one of many federal retail pharmacy partners to offer protective face coverings

Lynn Petrak
1/20/2022
Inserra Supermarkets Welcomes New SVP, Future Leader
Jim Dorey will become president and COO upon current exec’s retirement

Lynn Petrak
1/20/2022
Lawmakers Weigh Loosening of Teen Restrictions for Labor Relief
Bill passes Wisconsin senate, as Ohio legislators also take up the issue

Lynn Petrak
1/20/2022
What's Driving CPG Growth in 2022?
A new market review and outlook from IRI shed light on trends and opportunities

Lynn Petrak
1/19/2022
Sendik’s Adds Another Location
New store in Oconomowoc set to open in fall

Lynn Petrak
1/19/2022
Food Lion’s Latest Store Opens in North Carolina
Charlotte community welcomes new location

Lynn Petrak
1/19/2022
Shakeup at Walmart’s E-Commerce Team
Casey Carl reportedly leaving role and will be replaced by last-mile SVP Tom Ward

Lynn Petrak
1/19/2022
Stop & Shop Expands Food Waste Elimination Effort
Retailer brings 1st Flashfood program to Rhode Island

Lynn Petrak
1/18/2022
Wegmans Puts Out ‘Help Wanted’ Call
Retailer in hiring mode as Washington, D.C.-area openings near

Lynn Petrak
1/18/2022
Instacart Credit Card Set to Debut
Grocery delivery company partners with Chase and Mastercard

Lynn Petrak