Christopher Jabin.Photo fromLyric Operaof Chicago

Lyric Opera of Chicago has announced that Christopher Jabin has been appointed director of institutional giving. This is a new position, reporting to Mary L. Selander, director of development. He begins Sept. 7.

Jabin is currently executive vice president of development of the John G. Shedd Aquarium, where he has worked since 2001. Previously, he served as director of development for the Chicago’s Museum of Contemporary Art.