Brendan Foody

Overview

Brendan Foody is an angel investor and co-founder of Mercor, an AI talent platform based in San Francisco, California. Mercor specializes in connecting AI labs with skilled professionals to enhance their models through expert evaluations and training data. Under Foody's leadership, the company has experienced rapid growth, achieving a valuation of $10 billion in October 2025, making him one of the youngest self-made billionaires at 22 years old. Prior to founding Mercor in 2023, Foody co-founded Seros, gaining early experience in building technology ventures. As an angel investor, he has backed startups in AI and deep tech, including The Interaction Company of California, which focuses on AI-driven interaction systems, and Deeptune, specializing in advanced audio technology. His investment strategy emphasizes frontier innovation in the technology sector. Foody's commitment to his ventures is evident in his work ethic; he has worked every day for the past three years without a break. He attributes his sustained motivation to the fulfillment derived from his work, stating that working on something he finds compelling prevents burnout. This dedication has been a key factor in his success and rapid ascent in the tech industry.

Investment Focus

• Innovative AI solutions
• Scalable business models
• Strong founding teams
• Clear market demand
• Potential for rapid growth

Portfolio Companies