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

9/23/2020
Cleaning House in the Wake of COVID-19
How retailers are stepping up their store sanitation and disinfection efforts

Lynn Petrak
9/8/2020
Sustainability Takes Center Stage
Reusable packaging, containers reflect continued interest in sustainability, even in a pandemic

Lynn Petrak
7/12/2020
Taking Stock of Sustainability
How sourcing, manufacturing and retailing are links in the same chain.

Lynn Petrak
7/5/2020
Women Joining Boards of Directors at a Faster Rate
Gender-representation grows at industry corporations

Lynn Petrak
6/1/2020
Dairy Brands Ramp Up Variety, Innovation
Plant-based alternatives help create a new look in the department

Lynn Petrak
4/30/2020
Grilling Season Is Not Canceled
As outdoor barbecues start to sizzle, a look at what's going on the grill and why

Lynn Petrak
3/23/2020
Frozen Foods See a Resurgence, Attract New Fans
Manufacturers and retailers work to keep them buying

Lynn Petrak
9/19/2019
Increasing Diversity of Breakfast Solutions
Grocers need to innovate as shoppers' tastes and habits change

Lynn Petrak
7/7/2019
Grocers Engage Consumers With Gourmet Items for Special Occasions
Maximize the $150B-and-growing specialty food category in-store

Lynn Petrak
6/13/2018
Grocers Help Consumers Find the Right Wellness-Minded Snacks
Consumers seeking more food value in their snacking

Lynn Petrak