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

5/22/2024
PCC Community Markets CEO Urges Members to Spend More
Seattle-area co-op coming off difficult fiscal year

Lynn Petrak
5/21/2024
Acosta Group Acquires CROSSMARK and Product Connections
WIS International will retain its inventory verification services business

Lynn Petrak
5/21/2024
Walmart Enticing More Affluent Consumers: Report
YouGov research reveals consumer attitudes towards retail giant and other major players

Lynn Petrak
5/21/2024
Nestlé Debuts Frozen Food Line for Weight Loss Drug Users
Portfolio aimed at those following weight management programs including and beyond medications

Lynn Petrak
5/21/2024
Target’s Bumpy Q1 Reveals Room for Improvement
Despite downturn in sales and revenue, retailer sees growth ahead through revamped loyalty, price cuts and digital enhancements

Lynn Petrak
5/20/2024
What Foodservice Trends Will Affect Grocery?
Industry takeaways from the 2024 National Restaurant Show

Lynn Petrak
5/20/2024
Grocers Gear Up for Memorial Day
What shoppers are seeking ahead of long holiday weekend

Lynn Petrak
5/19/2024
Progressive Grocer’s 91st Annual Report: How Grocers Are Connecting the Dots
State of the industry reveals retailers' intent to sync their operations and stakeholders

Lynn Petrak
5/16/2024
Trader Joe's Gets Candid About Its Pricing Model
Marketing execs share insights on strategies during latest podcast

Lynn Petrak
5/16/2024
Lower-Income Families Going into Debt for Groceries: Report
Urban Institute study finds that inflation-strapped consumers are dipping into savings or extending credit debt to pay for everyday staples

Lynn Petrak