The nonprofit tech training hub Xchange Chicago officially launched on Monday in its new space in Greater Grand Crossing.

The $20 million building at 7247 S. Chicago Ave. spans 28,000 square feet and will house Xchange’s training program, as well as commercial tenants.

“Xchange has already created dynamic career pathways and economic opportunities for more than 50 South Side residents in just over a year,” Mayor Brandon Johnson said at Monday’s opening ceremony.

Training and support from Xchange’s partners “are helping to build a stronger Chicago and paving the way for thousands of life-changing technology jobs here on the South Side,” Johnson said.

Xchange’s partners include the Comer Science and Education Foundation, tech nonprofit P33, IT services firm SDI Presence and community gro

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