Michael Khoury

CEO at Go Vertical ICM | Angel Investor & Strategic Advisor | Product Development, Manufacturing & IP Strategy | MedTech, Medical Devices, Consumer Electronics & Wearable Tech

Wilmington, Delaware, United States

About

I help founders turn early-stage physical product ideas into technically feasible, commercially grounded, and investor-ready ventures. As CEO & Co-Founder of Go Vertical ICM, I work with founders across MedTech, FemTech, wellness, wearables, consumer products, and regulated innovation to bring structure to the complex path from idea to execution. Most product ideas do not fail because the idea is weak. They fail because the development roadmap is unclear, the product story is not yet investor-ready, or the founder moves too quickly into prototyping, manufacturing, fundraising, or commercialization without the right strategic foundation. At Go Vertical ICM, we help founders clarify what needs to happen next. That includes product development planning, feasibility, manufacturing readiness, supplier pathways, regulatory considerations, market positioning, investor preparation, pitch readiness, and commercialization strategy. Our goal is to help founders build products that can stand up to real-world scrutiny, from customers, manufacturers, partners, and investors. If you are building a physical product and need a clearer path from idea to execution, I am always open to connecting.

Experience

  • Chief Executive Officer at Go Vertical ICM
    Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

  • Chief Executive Officer at Michael & Hope
    Jun 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 1 mo

  • Co-Founder at The Hope Project
    Dec 2025 - Present · 7 mos

    Co-founding The Hope Project, a comprehensive FemTech initiative developing a prevention-focused system for uterine fibroid risk reduction. Overseeing the strategic development of a clinically informed supplement and digital platform designed to empower women with personalized insights, hormonal tracking, and early-intervention tools. Committed to advancing women’s health through accessible, science-driven innovation.

  • Strategic Advisor at The K Liners
    Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 6 mos

    Supporting The K Liners in bringing their patented slow-cooker divider system to market. Advising on product positioning, manufacturing strategy, pricing, packaging, and go-to-market execution. Focused on transforming a strong consumer invention into a scalable retail product through structured decision-making, supply chain readiness, and commercialization planning.

  • Strategic Advisor at Hitch Hikers LLC
    Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

    Advising The Hitch Hikers team on the commercialization of their patented Hitch Hikers Product Line. Guiding product refinement, manufacturing pathways, retail partnerships, market positioning, and launch strategy. Ensuring the invention enters the market with a clear value proposition, strong user appeal, and operational readiness for scale.