The future of work is no longer on the horizon. It is being redefined in real time. At the AI Stage during TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, Mercor co-founder and CEO Brendan Foody will explain how artificial intelligence is transforming not just how we work, but also who gets to work in the first place. This conversation will cover topics from talent access to hiring pipelines and the rise of AI-augmented teams. It could reshape the way you think about your next hire.
Do not miss this session on how AI is redefining hiring practices at the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch Disrupt. To save up to 668 dollars, register by September 26 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
Mercor, a company backed by notable figures like Peter Thiel and Jack Dorsey, has grown from one dollar to a 500 million dollar revenue run rate in just 17 months. This staggering pace reflects how quickly AI is changing the labor landscape. During his session, Brendan Foody will share how his team uses AI to match companies with elite technical talent. He will discuss what it takes to build a truly distributed hiring model and explain why upskilling has become mission-critical in today’s global economy.
Foody will also explore how both startups and enterprise leaders can harness AI. This technology can unlock new talent pools, eliminate bias in hiring, and build workforces equipped for the future, not just the present.
The session will take place live on the AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, which is scheduled for October 27 through October 29. Secure savings of up to 668 dollars on tickets by registering today.

