Michael Houlihan is an American entrepreneur best known as the co-founder of Barefoot Cellars, a successful wine brand. He started the company in the 1990s with his partner, Bonnie Harvey, and they quickly gained recognition for their innovative marketing strategies and quality wines. Under their leadership, Barefoot Cellars became one of the largest wine brands in the United States. Michael Houlihan has also authored books and given talks on business and entrepreneurship, sharing insights from his experiences in building a successful brand in the competitive wine industry.