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

6/2/2024
Schwan’s Announces New CEO
Brian Schiegg moves up from head of consumer brands, as previous executive retires

Lynn Petrak
6/2/2024
EXCLUSIVE: Are Grocers Changing Their Attitude Towards Weight Loss Drugs?
Progressive Grocer talks with Mintel food and drink director about the effects of GLP-1 on food retailing

Lynn Petrak
5/30/2024
Independent Grocer to Open 2nd Site in Sioux Falls
Pomegranate Market expands to mixed-use development in busy area

Lynn Petrak
5/30/2024
Save A Lot Unveils New Store in Kentucky
Owner/operator Houchens Food Group replaces previous outpost in Leitchfield with brand-new location

Lynn Petrak
5/30/2024
Grocers Gear Up for GroceryTech Event
Retailers meet in Dallas June 5-7 to learn how to break barriers for growth

Lynn Petrak
5/30/2024
Dollar General Updates Retail Media Program
Company’s retail media unit partners with Criteo to offer new capabilities

Lynn Petrak
5/30/2024
Why Lemons Are a Big Deal at ALDI
Retailer partners with Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and emphasizes lemon-themed products

Lynn Petrak
5/29/2024
Dollar Tree Acquires Shuttered 99 Cents Only Stores
Value chain to rebrand several sites as it expands southwest footprint

Lynn Petrak
5/29/2024
Kowalski’s Welcomes Shoppers to New Store in Minnesota
Indie grocer opens latest market in Edina shopping mall, provides new foodservice offerings

Lynn Petrak
5/29/2024
Amazon-Grubhub Partnership Latest in String of Collabs
As competition heats up, Amazon users can order restaurant meals easier and with more perks

Lynn Petrak