Memphis, Tenn.-based St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has named Catherine Corbin its first chief business innovation officer.
Ms. Corbin most recently served design company IDEO as partner and managing director of its Chicago studio, according to a news release shared with Becker's. During her four years there, she helped St. Jude develop strategic investments, like its Family Commons space and St. Jude Global Alliance.
In her new role, Ms. Corbin will manage the Office of Strategic Innovation and Design, allocating its $3 billion to construction projects. She will also work with St. Jude's senior leadership team to implement its six-year, $12.9 billion strategic plan.
Editor's note: This article was updated Jan. 31 at 10:14 CT.