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New Hampshire honors Hypertherm for excellence in work-based learning

Hanover, N.H.-based Hypertherm, a manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and software, has received an award for excellence in work-based learning, with the company accepting the Work-Based Learning Award in the Overall Champion category.

New Hampshire Gov. John Sununu presented the award to Hypertherm and specifically Barbara Couch, president of the Hypertherm Owners’ Philanthropic Endeavors (HOPE) Foundation.

Judges recognized Couch for her leadership in promoting work-based learning across New Hampshire, for encouraging Hypertherm associates to volunteer, for participating on numerous boards, and for sponsoring events through the HOPE Foundation. Judges also noted Hypertherm’s STEM internship program for high school seniors, as well as its SHAPE for STEM initiative, which includes the sponsorship of STEM camps for middle school students and STEM clubs for students beginning in elementary school.