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Innovation With Empathy: Celebrating Hope Khoury’s Leadership in Women’s Health and Product Validation
At the intersection of innovation, strategy, and lived experience stands Hope Khoury, COO of Go Vertical ICM and founder of The

Small Business Saturday: How Innovation Keeps Local Businesses Alive
As Small Business Saturday approaches on November 29, 2025, communities across the United states are preparing to celebrate the impact of small,

Bridging R&D and Investment: Why Validation Is the Missing Step in Prototype Development
Every innovation begins in R&D, with a breakthrough idea, a clever mechanism, or a prototype that could change an industry. But

From Idea to Evidence: Why Investor Readiness Starts With Discovery
Every founder believes in their idea, but belief alone doesn’t fund a product. In 2025’s innovation landscape, investors want evidence, not enthusiasm.

Are You Building or Validating? The Step Most Founders Skip Before Funding
Every founder starts with belief. You see a problem, you sketch a solution, and before long you’re thinking about prototypes, manufacturing, and

Women’s Innovation and the Future of Femtech
The future of innovation is not just about technology, it’s about inclusivity, diversity, and addressing real needs that have too often been

Why Strategic Discovery Is the Missing Step in Innovation
Innovation is often celebrated as the spark that changes everything, a new idea, a new solution, a new way of looking at

Global Innovation Knows No Boundaries: Meet the 2025 Go Vertical ICM Innovation Grant Recipients
From four countries across four continents, this year’s recipients are shaping the future of healthcare, sustainability, and human experience. What began as

From Idea to Product: How the Right Support Can Make All the Difference
Launching a consumer product isn’t just about having a great idea. It’s about navigating a maze of sourcing, patents, sampling, and shipping,

What Are New Product Development Services — And Do You Actually Need Them?
Bringing a new product to life is more than just having a brilliant idea. It’s about turning that idea into a functional,

From Idea to Product: How the Right Support Can Make All the Difference
Launching a consumer product isn’t just about having a great idea. It’s about navigating a maze of sourcing, patents, sampling, and shipping,

Michael , CEO of Go Vertical ICM: The Future of Innovation Through Patent-Driven Commercialization
When we think of innovation, we often picture sleek labs, cutting-edge prototypes, and disruptive ideas that challenge the status quo. However, behind

Go Vertical ICM CEO Michael Khoury Featured in Investopedia: Why Consumer Electronics Lose Value Rapidly
We’re proud to share that Michael, our CEO and co-founder of Go Vertical ICM, was recently featured in Investopedia’s article “Retail Shock:











Go Vertical ICM Featured in Entrepreneur – A Milestone That Belongs to All of Us
We’re thrilled to announce that Go Vertical ICM has been featured in Entrepreneur.com, recognized

Empowering Global Innovation: Our CEO’s Visionary Leadership at Go Vertical ICM
In a recent feature by Entrepreneur Loop , Michael Khoury, CEO and co-founder of Go Vertical ICM,

Are You Building or Validating? The Step Most Founders Skip Before Funding
Every founder starts with belief. You see a problem, you sketch a solution, and before long you’re thinking about prototypes,

The New Product Development Process: From Concept to Market
Bringing a new product to market is an exciting yet challenging journey. Without a structured approach, even the best ideas

How to Turn Your Idea into Reality with an Invention Development Company
Every year, countless brilliant ideas emerge, but only a fraction of them become successful products. Why? The journey from concept

Why Strategic Discovery Is the Missing Step in Innovation
Innovation is often celebrated as the spark that changes everything, a new idea, a new solution, a new way of looking at the world.

What Are New Product Development Services — And Do You Actually Need Them?
Bringing a new product to life is more than just having a brilliant idea. It’s about turning that idea into a functional, manufacturable, and

Types of Additive Manufacturing 3D Printing: A Guide for Inventors
Additive manufacturing, commonly known as 3D printing, has revolutionized product development , prototyping and even

What Does Intellectual Property Mean for a Medical Device?
When you’re developing a medical device, you’re not just creating a product—you’re potentially saving lives. But before your innovation hits

Overcoming Common Challenges in the Invention Process
The journey from concept to market-ready product is rarely straightforward. Inventors frequently encounter challenges that can slow down progress

How to Manufacture Medical Devices: From Concept to Compliance
Manufacturing a medical device is unlike developing any other product. It requires precision, compliance, risk management, and rigorous quality control.

Navigating Regulatory Compliance for a Successful Product Launch
Bringing a product to market involves more than just having a great idea and a working prototype. One of the