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

4/21/2024
Kroger, Albertsons Sweeten C&S Deal to Save Merger
Retailers sell 166 more stores to address regulator concerns and stay on track with proposed merger

Lynn Petrak
4/21/2024
Albertsons Posts Quarterly and Yearly Revenue Gains
Latest financial report also reveals solid e-comm and pharmacy sales amid time of internal and external change

Lynn Petrak
4/21/2024
Earth Day Brings Out World of Innovations
Grocers, CPGs share investments and results of sustainability practices

Lynn Petrak
4/18/2024
Trendspotting at the Lipari Food Show
Distributor clocks record attendance, as positivity and innovations ramp up

Lynn Petrak
4/18/2024
The Effects of Cannabis, THC and CBD on the Grocery Sector
New study reveals users’ cravings, as manufacturers of infused products tap into different markets

Lynn Petrak
4/18/2024
UNFI Deploys Platform to Reduce Fuel and Food Waste
Collaboration with solutions provider Samsara designed to improve efficiencies across operations

Lynn Petrak
4/17/2024
Natural Grocers Reveals Grand-Opening Plans for Relocated Store in Oklahoma
Retailer shares details of giveaways, discounts and community donations as it puts finishing touches on modern location

Lynn Petrak
4/17/2024
Tom Thumb Opens New Site in Dallas Suburb
Shoppers in Frisco check out latest store in an increasingly crowded grocery landscape

Lynn Petrak
4/15/2024
Simbe Adds to Exec Roster
Grocery intelligence provider appoints 6 new leaders

Lynn Petrak
4/15/2024
Meijer Cleans Up the Great Lakes Region With Drone Technology
Sustainable retailer donates $250K to improve Midwest waterways and beaches, as it prepares for annual golf tournament supporting hunger relief

Lynn Petrak