Lynn Petrak

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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

11/07/2023

Food and Beverage Poised for More Promising 2024: Report

Circana researchers anticipate improving conditions and highlight areas for optimizing sales
11/06/2023

Packaged Coffee Losing Its Buzz?

NIQ data blames drop in sales to price, lifestyle changes
11/06/2023

Catalina Names New President and CEO

Shopper intel and digital media firm promotes Kevin Hunter
11/06/2023

Industry Leaders Converge at Grocery Impact Event

Progressive Grocer’s expanded, revamped forum and awards celebrations kick off this week in Orlando
11/03/2023

Amazon Opting for Food Over Fashion in Physical Retail

Retail company closes 2 apparel locations in Ohio and California
11/03/2023

Trader Joe’s Opens Another NYC Store

Forest Hills location to host ribbon cutting on Nov. 7
11/02/2023

Grocers Honor Veterans With Discounts, Career Opportunities

Ahead of Veterans Day, retailers around the U.S. support service members and families
11/02/2023

Most Consumers Still Leery of AI: Report

Despite general reservations, new dunnhumby research finds that younger consumers appreciate AI-enabled personalization
11/02/2023

Natural Grocers Hits 45-Store Milestone in Colorado

Retailer welcomes shoppers to latest store in Loveland on Nov. 15
11/01/2023

Publix's Net Earnings Soar Over 100%

Sales also increased by more than 7% in Q3