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Minds of EcommerceHow John’s Crazy Socks Built a Mission-Driven Brand That’s Spreading Happiness GloballyMark X. Cronin is the Co-founder of John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise he launched in 2016 with his son, John, who has Down syndrome, to spread happiness and champion inclusive employment. With a background in public service and healthcare innovation, Mark previously served as Director of Medicaid Health Services in New York City and held executive roles in healthcare management firms. He advocates for people with differing abilities, frequently speaking at organizations like the United Nations and the US Congress. Under Mark and John’s leadership, John’s Crazy Socks has fulfilled over two million orders, employs a divers...2025-06-1122 min
Owned and Operated - A Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC Business Growth Podcast#170 - "Most Sales People Suck at Their Job": How Siro’s AI Is Turning Sales Reps Into Top Performers with Jake CroninIn this episode, Jake Cronin, CEO of Siro, delves into the intricacies of modern sales coaching utilizing advanced AI technologies. From his transformative experiences on the sales floor to building Siro, Cronin shares invaluable insights on leveraging data to enhance sales performance and process adherence. Jake highlights the pivotal role of AI in capturing and analyzing in-person sales interactions, offering a comprehensive look at Siro’s evolution, upcoming innovations, and the profound impact on sales training. This episode is packed with insights you won’t get anywhere else.Special Thanks to Service Scalers2025-02-1851 min
Business Matters with Karl FitzpatrickJohn Cronin from SeaPoint Insights explains why the Irish banks are posting high returnsJohn Cronin from SeaPoint Insights joins Karl Fitzpatrick to explain why Irish banks are posting high returns, the role which deposits are playing in these profitability figures and the likelihood of such returns continuing in 2025.#KarlFitzpatrick #businessmatters #irishbusiness #irishbusinessnews #businessnews #entrepreneurkarlfitzpatrick.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-01-1810 min
Entrepreneurs UnitedEP 226: Building a TRUE Mission-Driven Business w/John & Mark CroninIn this episode, we explore the incredible journey of John’s Crazy Socks, co-founded by John and his father Mark Cronin. From a simple idea to a thriving business, they’ve built a mission-driven enterprise spreading happiness and creating opportunities for people with differing abilities. Tune in for powerful insights on passion, adaptability, and building a business that makes a difference!2024-12-3032 min
The Sit Down Stand Out ShowA great Stocking Stuffer with John and Mark X. CroninSpreading happiness to everyone might sound like a huge and complicated task but its just another day at the office for John and Mark X. Cronin the creators and owners of John's Crazy Socks the world's largest sock store. On this episode John and Mark share their journey from John competing in the Special Olympics at the age of five to the creation of John's Crazy Socks to the importance of providing opportunities for other disabled individuals to work as Sock Wranglers, the creation of the first pair of brail socks and so much more to get your own...2024-12-0425 min
Blessons PodcastCrazy Socks Create Meaning & Purpose for Those With Differing Abilities with John & Mark CroninGet your own Crazy Socks with our special discount: https://johnscrazysocks.com/discount/Blessons10Get a daily reminder to boost your positive, success-oriented mindset! Why? Because it helps you WIN at life. I created Your Positive Moment Morning Text Messages to impact as many lives as I can with something simple and truly affordable. You don't need to buy expensive programs or go to costly events. You can shift your mindset with consistent positive messaging. Start with a two-week free trial today at yourpostivemoment.com It is truly life-changing! 2024-12-0455 minBusiness Matters with Karl FitzpatrickJohn Cronin from Sea Point Insights explains how digitalisation is transforming the banking industryJohn Cronin from Sea Point Insights joins Karl Fitzpatrick to analyse the impact of digitalisation on the traditional banking industry, the opportunities and challenges of Open Banking technology and how the presence of new digital and neobanks is changing the industry.#KarlFitzpatrick #businessmatters #irishbusiness #irishbusinessnews #businessnews #entrepreneurkarlfitzpatrick.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-3010 min
Gratitude Geek249: John Cronin & Mark X. Cronin talk the Power of InclusivityIn episode 249 of the Gratitude Geek Podcast, host Kandas Rodarte sits down with John and Mark X. Cronin, founders of John's Crazy Socks. They discuss the power of inclusivity in the workplace, creating a brand with purpose, and how they are transforming lives through meaningful employment opportunities. Learn how John's Crazy Socks spreads happiness and empowers individuals with differing abilities to thrive. John and Mark are the father-son team that founded John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. John is an entrepreneur and Special Olympic athlete who just happens to have Do...2024-11-2645 minGratitude Geek249: John Cronin & Mark X. Cronin talk the Power of InclusivityIn episode 249 of the Gratitude Geek Podcast, host Kandas Rodarte sits down with John and Mark X. Cronin, founders of John's Crazy Socks. They discuss the power of inclusivity in the workplace, creating a brand with purpose, and how they are transforming lives through meaningful employment opportunities. Learn how John's Crazy Socks spreads happiness and empowers individuals with differing abilities to thrive. John and Mark are the father-son team that founded John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. John is an entrepreneur and Special Olympic athlete who just happens to have Do...2024-11-2645 min
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'LearyHow Socks are Changing the World: John and Mark X. Cronin (ep. 718)In 2018, John Cronin was a 22-year-old entrepreneur with Down syndrome who had a dream to create something life-changing, purposeful and filled with joy. Together with his father Mark, they turned that dream into the world’s largest sock store – John’s Crazy Socks. And yet, John’s Crazy Socks is more than just a business. It’s a mission-driven movement that employs individuals of all abilities and shows the world what’s possible when you focus on inclusion, kindness, and joy. Today, John and Mark share how they bootstrapped their business into a multi-million dollar venture, advocate tirelessly f...2024-10-2458 minBusiness Matters with Karl FitzpatrickJohn Cronin from Seapoint Insights assesses the competitive threat posed by digital banksJohn Cronin from Seapoint Insights joins Karl Fitzpatrick to provide an overview of the Irish banking landscape, to assess the competitive threat posed by emerging digital banks and to discuss the increasing emphasis which banks are placing on technology.#KarlFitzpatrick #businessmatters #irishbusiness #irishbusinessnews #businessnews #entrepreneurkarlfitzpatrick.ie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-1911 min
Innova.buzzJohn and Mark Cronin, Spreading Happiness and Transforming Lives, One Sock at a Time - Innova.buzz 641Our guests in this episode are John Cronin and Mark Cronin, co-founders of John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise dedicated to spreading happiness and advocating for inclusion through their unique sock collection. John, who has Down syndrome, alongside his father Mark, have built the world’s largest sock store, employing individuals with differing abilities and making a significant social impact. Their mission-driven business not only achieves remarkable commercial success but also inspires and uplifts communities.Key points discussed include:The inspiring story behind the inception of John’s Crazy Socks and their journey to success.The so...2024-10-021h 02
Office Hours with David MeltzerMelissa Llarena, John Cronin and Mark X. Cronin, Joseph Willhite, Dr. Greg HammerMelissa LlarenaMelissa is an author, imagination coach, consultant, speaker, and contributor to Forbes Women articles that have garnered 4 million + views. She is also the host of Unimaginable Wellness, the podcast for entrepreneurs, founders, and creators who are also moms. Featured guests include GaryVee and Beth Comstock. Melissa holds a psychology degree from New York University, an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, and a Transformational Coaching Academy certificate.John Cronin and Mark X. CroninJohn and Mark is a father-son team that created John’s Crazy So...2024-05-0241 min
The Faces of BusinessUsing Your Business to Spread Happiness - Mark X. Cronin & John CroninIn this episode of The Faces of Business, we feature the dynamic father-son duo, Mark X. Cronin & John Cronin, from John’s Crazy Socks. They’re not just business partners but pioneers in merging e-commerce with a profound social mission.
Mark and John from John’s Crazy Socks are not just business partners but pioneers in merging e-commerce with a profound social mission.
Mark & John’s story, beginning in 2016, from John’s high school dreams to running a thriving online business, embodies inspiration, hope, and the power of inclusivity. Their idea was simple yet revolut...2024-03-2050 min
Dads Making a Difference PodcastThe Incredible Journey of John's Crazy Socks: Spreading Happiness and Empowerment with John and Mark CroninGet ready to be inspired by the incredible journey of John's Crazy Socks, a thriving $10 million business founded by John Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome, and his father, Mark. In this heartwarming episode, you'll discover how a simple idea born out of a father-son bond blossomed into the world's largest sock store, spreading happiness and empowering others along the way.Join us as we dive deep into the story of John and Mark Cronin, learning about the challenges they faced, the triumphs they celebrated, and the invaluable lessons they learned while building their successful business...2024-03-1340 min
Ascent Archive: Oral Histories with Rock ClimbersJohn CroninJohn Cronin grew up in New York City and Long Island. He started rock climbing in 1987 and quickly left to live by the Shawangunks, NY, to climb. Within a year, John started doing climbing competitions, including a few international World Cups. John really enjoyed the mental and physical aspects of competitions. In 1992, John moved to Salt Lake City to continue training for competitions and climbing locally at American Fork Canyon, Little Cottonwood Canyon, and other areas. John recounts memorable first ascents and repeats during a very intense 12 year climbing career. John left Salt Lake City and stopped climbing, but...2024-03-121h 49
EO 360°: A podcast by the Entrepreneurs’ OrganizationThis Young Man and This Old Man Can Sell Socks | Mark & John CroninMark and John Cronin are a father-son entrepreneurial duo. They’re the founders of John’s Crazy Socks, a unique sock brand that’s been featured by celebrities and influential figures such as George H.W. Bush, Eva Longoria, and Kristin Bell. They’ve also been featured in numerous media outlets like ABC, the BBC, CBS, Fox News, and PBS. This all started in the fall of 2016, as John was entering his final year of high school. Unhappy with his options after high school as someone with down syndrome, he proposed to Mark that they go into business together. John tho...2024-03-051h 05
TALK Down SyndromeEpisode 35: John’s Crazy SocksToday we are kicking off World Down Syndrome Day, I would say SUPER early but only because when I think of WDSD I think of John's Crazy Socks. Today's episode features father and son duo, Mark and John Cronin owners and creators of John's Crazy Socks. When I first entered this community, I remember seeing John's Crazy Socks marketed everywhere online and it has finally come full circle where they are now on my podcast! It was such a joy to discuss how their business started as well getting to know more about John as an individual and I...2024-02-0840 min
The Silent Why: finding hope in grief and lossLoss 49/101: Loss of life in an Emergency Department: John Cronin & Catherine Fowler#097. When someone dies in hospital there's the loss of a patient, but there's also the grief of the family, so how does dealing with that grief differ, depending which side you're on?This is The Silent Why, a podcast on a mission to open up conversations around grief, to see if hope can be found in 101 different types of loss.Loss #49 of 101: Loss in an Emergency DepartmentIn this episode, you'll meet two guests, each telling their side of the story about the death of a patient after emergency surgery. Our...2024-02-061h 11
Relentless Positivity FitnessBuilding Success Through Inclusivity: Insights from John Cronin and Mark CroninDisclaimer- this is one of the best times I've ever had on a podcast! The father-son John and Mark Cronin are simply amazing.
Together they have created a crazy sock juggernaut. A business that is not only thriving financially but is making a huge difference for individuals with disabilities.
Does this sound familiar? You've been told that creating a positive and inclusive work environment is as simple as implementing a diversity training session.
But despite your efforts, you still see low employee morale and customer dissatisfaction. The pain of investing time and resources...2023-11-2827 min
True West PodcastEpisode 18-John Cronin, Managing Director, SVP, AllianceBernsteinEpisode 18-True West Podcast-John CroninWe hear the term Unicorn all the time in business, It usually refers to someone who has a truly unique set of skills that is uncommon to find. Well, I find a completely different kind of Unicorn. On this week’s episode of the True West Podcast, I had the chance to sit down with John Cronin, Managing director and SVP at AllianceBernstein. John has been with the organization for over 37 years. That is completely unheard of in today’s business climate. John shares incredible insights about the tenacity and the d...2023-11-0841 min
Energetic Radio#307: John & Mark Cronin | Building a Beautiful Community Through John's Crazy SocksJohn and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team out to change the world through socks. John Cronin is a young man with Down syndrome who teamed with his father, Mark X. Cronin, to bootstrap their way to a multi-million-dollar social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. They built John’s Crazy Socks into the World’s Largest Sock Store. More than half of their colleagues have differing abilities, and every day, John and Mark work to show what people with differing abilities can accomplish.John and Mark have been named EY Entrepreneurs of the Year and...2023-08-2746 min
Cork’s Sports Sunday with Rory BurkeCorks Sports Sunday 27/08 Imokilly Captain John Cronin post match County Hurling Colleges/Divisions FinalImokilly captain John Cronin spoke with C103 following their victory over Avondhu in the County Colleges/Divisions Hurling Championship Final Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-2706 min
E-Commerce Secrets To Scale140 - Mastering The Unboxing Experience With Mark & John CroninThis week on the show, Mark and John Cronin, founders of John’s Crazy Socks join me to talk about unboxing experience and why it’s so important for brands to get this right. Mark and John have been on the show before, but I knew I needed to have them back on the show for this topic because what they are doing is truly innovative and so many brands can learn a lot from them.2023-08-1539 min
Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast144. “John’s Crazy Socks” Puts Disabled Employees in Positions to Succeed with Mark and John CroninListening to this episode will burst open a joyful place in your heart and will give you a leap in business savvy. Our guests are part of a flip in perspective in the business world that will change the future for millions. John Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome, and his father, Mark, are co-founders of John’s Crazy Socks, a business hiring people with differing abilities not as an act of charity, but a smart business move.
00:00 Intro & Welcome
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09:26 Language Matters
14:09 Dignity in Wo...2023-08-151h 19
Let’s Talk Cheer: The Cheerleading Podcast For Parents & CoachesJohn Cronin’s Tumbling Essentials: Pro Coaching Tips from CheerForce Simi ValleyIn this mini episode, Jason interviews John Cronin of CheerForce Semi Valley and asks him tumbling questions based on the letters Q-U. If you enjoy this mini episode, be sure to go back and listen to the full episode. If you're new to the show, be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.
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Living Your LegacyJohn Cronin and Mark X. Cronin - John's Crazy SocksEpisode Highlights:Mark’s journey as a dad. “It turns out it’s the greatest thing in the world.”The lack of opportunities for people with different abilities.John’s eureka moment about his crazy socks!John and Mark’s way of doing business.The various avenues that John and Mark are able to give back! And much more! About John and Mark Cronin:John Cronin and his Dad, Mark X. Cronin are more than just engaging speakers, they are entrepreneurs, philanthropists, humanitarians and leaders. Oh, and John also happens to have Down syndrome. Toge...2023-05-151h 01
Just Fly Performance Podcast356: Dr. John Cronin and Joseph Dolcetti on “Beyond Barbells”: Wearable Resistance and Rotational Momentum in Sport Speed DevelopmentToday’s podcast features Dr. John Cronin and Joe Dolcetti. John Cronin is a sport scientist with a physical education and coaching background, who after getting his Ph.D, has spent most of the last 20 plus years at Auckland University of Technology. He has published over 400 peer-reviewed papers on speed, power and strength, along with having the opportunity to train a variety of athletes and teams, ranging from youth development to world champion level. Joe Dolcetti has had a 35-year career in high performance sport coaching, science, and conditioning training across the globe. As an inventor, he has developed, and launc...2023-04-271h 14
Master My Garden PodcastEP171- Carmen Cronin Chats All About Clare Garden Festival 2023In this weeks episode of John chats with Carmen Cronin show director of Clare Garden Festival which is on Sunday 30th of April. Featuring expert speakers , plants nurseries, practical workshops and much more it is an event not to be missed. To find out more visit the website below or look for Clare garden festival on Facebook and Instagram. http://claregardenfestival.com There will be a blog post on this episode very soon on my website. This blog and previous blogs along with all podcast episodes are available on my Website :https://mastermygarden.com/ 2023-04-2136 min
Smart Business Revolution | Turn Relationships into Revenues | Networking | More Clients | Relationship AdviceJohn and Mark X. Cronin | John's Crazy Socks and Strategies for Building a Social EnterpriseJohn Cronin and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created John's Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. The co-founders bootstrapped their startup into a multimillion-dollar business and became the world's largest sock store — and an international sensation. John and Mark received the EY Entrepreneur of the Year award, and they have spoken before Congress, the UN, and appeared in various media outlets. John has Down Syndrome, and his mission is to show what people with differing abilities can do. John's Crazy Socks employs people with differing abilities and has raised hun...2023-02-2733 min
Training Science PodcastEveryone Can Use Some Sort of Eccentric Training - With Prof. John CroninECCENTRIC exercise and training is about MUCH MORE than “just” overload, going hard and being sore - there are at least 3-4 different TYPES of eccentric training!Prof John Cronin wants you to understand that there are many DIFFERENT LEVELS 📶 of eccentric training that all have a VALID ✅ form of application - for everyone!In the 53rd episode of The Training Science Podcast, Paul and John discuss 🦾 the large variety of methods, techniques and tech that John’s group is researching at AUT for sport specific outcomes,🤕 as well as their direct application...2023-01-2557 min
Daniel Cronin In Conversation With....Daniel Cronin in Conversation with John CroninA special one for me this week, I got the honour of interviewing my Dad, John. Dad grew up in a Bar and Grocery on the Main St., played in Barrach street, the Temp Hall, schooled in the Boys school on Piggot street before going to the De La Salle's where the County Council has its offices now. He moved to board in Garbally in 3rd year and spent 3 years there before returning to Loughrea. He loved hurling, dogs and horse racing.
These are his memories 2022-12-0457 min
Sweet Science Of Fighting PodcastThe Future Of Combat Sports Training (Eccentrics, Flywheels & Wearables) w/ John Cronin (SSOF Ep 35)SSoF App & Community Black Friday Sale! Use code: "SSOF22" for an entire month for $1! https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/
John Cronin heads the faculty of Sport & Exercise Science at the Auckland University of Technology. He's authored and co-authored hundreds of research papers and oversees many PhD students. John is heavily involved within the combat sports research landscape having a partnership between AUT and the UFCPI.
Timestamps
0:00 - Final Black Friday Sale
0:36 - John's background
5:32 - Eccentric training: Defining and practical application
9:50 - Importance of the stretch-shortening cycle
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IMPACT VENTURERS - Change-makers Share their StoriesE43: JOHN AND MARK CRONIN - The Founders of 'John's Crazy Socks' Discuss Their Company's Mission of Spreading Happiness, and Their Positive Message about People with Special Abilities.John Cronin is an entrepreneur, a sock-tycoon, a public speaker, a philanthropist, a dancer, an athlete, a podcast host, a boyfriend. He also happens to have Down Syndrome, however, he has not allowed it to hold back his dreams and love for life. In 2015, he founded a company, 'John's Crazy Socks', with the help of his father, Mark Cronin, an accomplished entrepreneur with a long and successful track record. Together, they have built it into what they call 'the world's largest sock store', referring to the over 4,000 different designs that are available through their website, JohnsCrazySocks.com. John and...2022-11-151h 04
Spear and Clover Podcast#44 - Leading with Love! Mark and John Cronin's Crazy Socks!At its best, this show highlights folks who are not only out there winning in their selected field but doing so as a result of undeniable passion and a love for what they do. There is no Spear and Clover without curiosity, playfulness, and even LOVE. Today's guests are possibly some of the BEST representatives of that ethos that we have been fortunate enough to interview. Mark and John Cronin are the father and son team behind John's Crazy Socks. Not only do they own the world's LARGEST online sock...2022-11-071h 03
The Small Victories PodcastSpreading Happy through Socks with Mark and John CroninWhat do you do when the world you live in doesn't want to hire you? You create your own multi-million dollar company.
This is what father and son duo, Mark X. and John Cronin did when they founded John's Crazy Socks, which started because John could not find a job as a man with down syndrome. So Mark and John partnered up together and turned John's idea into a hugely successful business where they are now doing the hiring.
Takeaways:
If you keep waiting for the perfect moment, if you keep waiting until you k...2022-08-3037 min
Morning FUEL PodcastS3E2 | Sean Cronin | Business Development Manager | Cloud9 VoIPPlease extend a warm Morning Fuel Podcast welcome to York County Chamber of Commerce Treasurer, Ambassador with Retail Alliance, Business development manager for Cloud9 VoIP and all around stellar guy, i’m honored to call him friend, Sean Cronin.
Hello and welcome to Morning FUEL. I am your host John Bundy
And you are here because you believe in the power of the spoken word and its ability to change lives. AND that by sharing our stories we can help others to overcome challenges that they cannot overcome on their own. Whether it’s a vict...2022-08-2927 min
The Tori Barker PodcastEp. 11 Spreading Happiness Through One Crazy Sock at a Time with Mark & John CroninIn today’s episode, I had the opportunity to speak with Mark & John Cronin! Co-Founders of Johns Crazy Socks! John’s Crazy Socks is a father-son venture inspired by John himself, a young man with Down syndrome. John’s affinity for crazy socks paired with his love of making people smile made their mission clear: they want to spread happiness.Make sure to tune in to this episode to hear all about the development of John’s Crazy Socks and how they have managed to raise over $500,000 for various charities and employ p...2022-06-2824 min
Boss Radio LIVE! With NJEpisode 1: Boss Radio LIVE! With NJ featuring Mark and John CroninBoss Radio LIVE! With NJ is starting Season 2 off with an inspirational BANG! Host NJ welcomes the Father/Son duo, Mark and John Cronin, founders of John’s Crazy Socks. Mark and John have been staunch advocates for people with differing abilities and believe they can accomplish many things if given the chance. These thriving social entrepreneurs are on a mission to spread happiness and we are going to find out why and how, and how this turned into a multi-million-dollar business. Website: https://johnscrazysocks.com/FB: https://www.facebook.com/johnscrazysocksIG: https://www.instag...2022-06-1949 min
Make Your Mark PodcastUSP: 046 | The Story of John’s Crazy Socks : An Inspiring Father-Son DuoSend us a text#046 – In the US, the unemployment rate for persons with disabilities is double the national average. And for people like John, who has down syndrome, fewer than one out of five people are employed after finishing school. But did that stop John? Nope!Here, Mark and John Cronin share the story behind how their father-and-son business tandem made John's Crazy Socks the world's largest sock store and how they made it even easier for customers to fall in love with their socks.IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:...2022-06-0843 min
Back of the Cereal BoxCatching up with actor Patrick Cronin!Patrick Cronin is one of “those guys” in Hollywood. He’s appeared in over 260 tv shows and is instantly recognizable by fans!
Johnny sat down with him at the National Corvette Museum Comic & Toy Show!
He was an awesome guest and a highlight of our broadcast journey!
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SpinAbilities Podcasts1e3 Interview John Cronin of John's Crazy SocksBringing happiness to the world two socks at a time! You don’t want to miss this discussion with John Cronin! John is the founder and owner of the world largest sock store: John’s Crazy Socks! He has great advice for living your best life and achieving any goal you set! 2022-05-2524 min
Design Your Legacy - Life LessonsDiffering Abilities and Unique Legacies with Mark & John CroninBook your Discovery Session today at www.designurlegacy.com/sessions, the ultimate resource to help you define, develop and execute your holistic legacy plan today. Lock in your spot at www.designurlegacy.com/consultation. - As an entrepreneur, designing a legacy can come from a story of survival as well as wanting to change social perceptions. For the family business of John’s Crazy Socks, Mark and John Cronin not only turned obstacles into opportunities, they give back in everything they do. With Mark’s Harvard University education and John’s pure optimism, they are creating meaningful work for people of man...2022-05-0742 min
AmiSights: Financing the Future For Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs63: John & Mark Cronin of John's Crazy Socks: How A Young Man with Down Syndrome and His Father Bootstrapped Their Way to the World's Largest Sock StoreOn this episode, Ami Kassar interviews John & Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks, about their journey working together, building their company, and the highs and lows.
John Cronin and his Dad, Mark X. Cronin are the co-founders of John's Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. In five years, they bootstrapped their start up into the world's largest sock store with multi-million-dollar sales in 88 nations. John may have Down syndrome, but he always says, "Down syndrome never holds me back."
More than half of their employees have a differing ability...2022-05-0324 min
What's the Big Idea? - A Destination Imagination PodcastEpisode 2: John and Mark Cronin, Part 2 “My advice: Follow your heart. Follow your dreams. Work hard. Show you can do.” - John Cronin
“Don’t ever focus on somebody’s limitations. Be awed by the possibilities.” - Mark X. Cronin
Part 2 of 2! Join us for Part 2 of our interview with John and Mark Cronin, founders of John’s Crazy Socks. In this episode, John and Mark tell us more about their advocacy work for people with differing abilities, how they use communication in the workplace, and their initiatives to spread happiness. John even answers our Rapid Fire questions! Mark a...2022-04-2820 min
What's My StoryMark X and John Cronin - Redefining a DisabilitySometimes we make the assumption that it's super easy to find MEANINGFUL WORK....work that you love, work that you enjoy and work that BRINGS you joy. How do you find meaningful work when the rest of the world makes assumptions about you?When things are challenging, how do you find your way??Let's go!What's In Store For YouMark and John Cronin are father and son team entrepreneurs who decided they wouldn't let the world dictate their operation. They are owners of a sock store with more than 4000 offerings...2022-04-2131 min
Scaling with SamirBuilding The Largest Sock Supplier While Doing Good with John's Crazy Socks' John and Mark CroninYour host, Samir, ElKamouny, talks with Mark and John Cronin. John’s Crazy Socks is a father-son venture inspired by co-founder John Lee Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome. John’s affinity for crazy socks, paired with his love of making people smile, made the mission clear: to spread happiness.To learn more about this father-son duo, visit https://johnscrazysocks.com/If you'd like to be a guest on Scaling with Samir, click HERE.2022-04-0857 min
GIVE A HECKDown Syndrome Has Not Defined Us! We Created 'John’s Crazy Socks’ With John and Mark CroninWelcome to the 78th episode of the Give A Heck Podcast! Join Dwight Heck and his guests, John and Mark Cronin who took over the sock industry with John’s Crazy Socks, to share about their journey and the fight to break societal norms about Down Syndrome. As a grade school student, John had a knack for being so organized and outgoing, he organized events for the school! John and Mark share how the school principal got involved on certain occasions for John to be able to use the school gym for a talent show and John’s own birt...2022-03-291h 06
Fearless Future w/ Catherine McCourtJOHN'S CRAZY SOCKS "Spreading Happiness" around the Globe: Interview w/ Mark & John CroninWhat a fun and insightful chat with John and Mark Cronin, Founders of John's Crazy Socks.Two men on a mission to spread HAPPINESS throughout the globe. We chat about how they got started, how John an entrepreneur with down syndrome has created the largest sock store in the world. And, most of all how PURPOSE and INCLUSION are key to their success. So impressive, inspiring and all around good for any Soul looking to spread a little happiness. Join their mission in helping build inclusion in the workplace, and giving back to those with...2022-02-2839 min