Luminary Labs

Founded in 2009 by Sara Holoubek, Luminary Labs emerged during the Great Recession as a strategy and innovation consultancy designed to help organizations navigate the unknown. What began as a vision to address 'thorny problems' has grown into a high-impact firm that bridges the gap between bold ideas and real-world execution. Based in New York City, the company was built on the belief that complex challenges in health, education, science, and infrastructure require more than just smart slide decks—they demand operationalized strategies that deliver tangible results.

Over the years, Luminary Labs has established itself as a trusted partner to Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and non-profit foundations. The firm specializes in open innovation, designing and managing high-profile prize competitions and accelerators that have mobilized millions of dollars in incentives. From advancing the future of work and education to catalyzing scientific breakthroughs, Luminary Labs continues to help visionary leaders place considered bets on the future, ensuring that even the most ambitious goals are grounded in rigorous analysis and agile implementation.