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

4/15/2024
The Fresh Market Expands Florida Footprint
Grocer plans April 24 grand opening for latest store near Bradenton

Lynn Petrak
4/15/2024
Here Comes Another Wegmans in North Carolina
Grocer plans to open outpost in Charlotte in 2026

Lynn Petrak
4/14/2024
How AI Is Affecting Beauty Brand Marketing
Dove pledges to never use AI in ads, as other companies pursue tech

Lynn Petrak
4/14/2024
Grocery Sales Rose in March
Latest government data shows monthly and yearly gains

Lynn Petrak
4/14/2024
What Leading Grocers Are Saying – and Advising – About AI
Upcoming GroceryTech event addresses aspects of AI across food retailing

Lynn Petrak
4/14/2024
Save A Lot's ESG Report Outlines Progress in Creating Sustainable Business Model
Licensed wholesaler summarizes efforts affecting employees, company structure and sustainability

Lynn Petrak
4/14/2024
Getir Eyeing Restructuring: Report
Ultrafast delivery company may be making more changes as market shifts

Lynn Petrak
4/11/2024
Illinois Rolls Out Grant Program for Small Grocers
Initiative aimed at supporting indies and co-ops in food deserts

Lynn Petrak
4/11/2024
Dole Gauges Ripeness of Banana Market
Produce company celebrates its 125th “Banana-versary” and shares results of consumer survey on shopping habits

Lynn Petrak
4/11/2024
Amazon CEO Talks Grocery Potential
In his annual letter to shareholders, leader Andy Jassy shares more growth opportunities in digital and physical spaces

Lynn Petrak