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

4/10/2024
Inflation and the Grocery Blame Game
As politicians call out retailers and CPGs, consumers voice their own opinions

Lynn Petrak
4/10/2024
Easter Timing Helps Fuel Sales at Costco
Net sales rise 9.4% YoY, while holiday drives more traffic

Lynn Petrak
4/9/2024
Who Won Whole Foods Market’s Latest Supplier Awards?
Grocer releases list of 16 standout brands

Lynn Petrak
4/9/2024
Giant Food Recaps Commitment to Communities, Associates and Local Partners
D.C.-area grocer releases annual Better Neighbor Report

Lynn Petrak
4/9/2024
Grocery Inflation Stays at Zero
Latest government data reveals higher overall rate, but mostly stable prices for food at home

Lynn Petrak
4/9/2024
Southeastern Grocers Launches Campaign to Support Children’s Hospitals
Retailer raised $1.1M for pediatric programs since 2021

Lynn Petrak
4/8/2024
A Trio of Supercenters on Tap for Meijer
Midwest retailer to open latest locations in Ohio and Michigan on May 14

Lynn Petrak
4/8/2024
Walmart Settles Weighted Goods Lawsuit for $45M
Customers can submit claims for up to $500 cash back through June 5

Lynn Petrak
4/8/2024
Hain Celestial Completes Sale of Cookie Business
Thinsters now part of the J&J Snack Foods portfolio

Lynn Petrak
4/8/2024
Trader Joe’s Workers in Chicago to Vote on Union
Action is the latest in a string of organized labor moves

Lynn Petrak