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Minds of EcommerceMinds 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 minOwned and Operated - A Plumbing, Electrical, and HVAC Business Growth PodcastOwned 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 minBusiness Matters with Karl FitzpatrickBusiness 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 minEntrepreneurs UnitedEntrepreneurs 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 minThe Sit Down Stand Out ShowThe 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 minBlessons PodcastBlessons 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 FitzpatrickBusiness 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 minGratitude GeekGratitude 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 GeekGratitude 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 minLive Inspired Podcast with John O\'LearyLive 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 FitzpatrickBusiness 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 minInnova.buzzInnova.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 02Office Hours with David MeltzerOffice 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 minThe Faces of BusinessThe 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 minDads Making a Difference PodcastDads 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 minAscent Archive: Oral Histories with Rock ClimbersAscent 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 49EO 360°: A podcast by the Entrepreneurs’ OrganizationEO 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 05TALK Down SyndromeTALK 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 minThe Silent Why: finding hope in grief and lossThe 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 11Relentless Positivity FitnessRelentless 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 minTrue West PodcastTrue 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 minEnergetic RadioEnergetic 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 minCork’s Sports Sunday with Rory BurkeCork’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 minE-Commerce Secrets To ScaleE-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 minConspiracy of Goodness PodcastConspiracy 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 05:02 Everyone Can Contribute 09:26 Language Matters 14:09 Dignity in Wo...2023-08-151h 19Let’s Talk Cheer: The Cheerleading Podcast For Parents & CoachesLet’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.   🧠 ⁠Preparing For Full-Out Virtual Training, September 23rd-⁠  ⁠⁠https://forms.gle/VAYoLH75PW7Ekotp8⁠⁠   📷 ⁠⁠Follow Let's Talk Cheer on Instgram⁠⁠   ⏰ ⁠⁠Follow Jason on TikTok⁠⁠   🗳 ⁠⁠Submit a Question of the Week ⁠⁠   🎧 Power Music Cheer- ⁠⁠https...2023-08-1331 minLiving Your LegacyLiving 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 01Just Fly Performance PodcastJust 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 14Master My Garden PodcastMaster 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 minSmart Business Revolution | Turn Relationships into Revenues | Networking | More Clients | Relationship AdviceSmart 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 minTraining Science PodcastTraining 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 minDaniel Cronin In Conversation With....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 minSweet Science Of Fighting PodcastSweet 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  16:20...2022-11-2853 minIMPACT VENTURERS - Change-makers Share their StoriesIMPACT 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 04Spear and Clover PodcastSpear 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 03The Small Victories PodcastThe 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 minMorning FUEL PodcastMorning 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 minThe Tori Barker PodcastThe 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 minBoss Radio LIVE! With NJBoss 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 minMake Your Mark PodcastMake 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 minBack of the Cereal BoxBack 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!   Sponsored by Hitchhiker Toys - www.hitchhikertoys.com   Back of the Cereal Box is a pop culture podcast celebrating the fun of the Saturdays of our youth while surviving adulthood today! 100% non-toxic and the only podcast fortified with 8 essential vitamins & minerals! So put on your pajam...2022-06-0216 minSpinAbilities PodcastSpinAbilities 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 minDesign Your Legacy - Life LessonsDesign 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 minAmiSights: Financing the Future For Small Business Owners and EntrepreneursAmiSights: 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 minWhat\'s the Big Idea? - A Destination Imagination PodcastWhat'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 minWhat\'s My StoryWhat'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 minScaling with SamirScaling 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 minGIVE A HECKGIVE 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 06Fearless Future w/ Catherine McCourtFearless 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 minBusiness Excellence - TOP 5 SeriesBusiness Excellence - TOP 5 SeriesIn Conversation - Mark and John Cronin The Crazy Socks Duo!“We didn't develop a detailed business plan. We said let's get something up and running. And we'll see how customers respond. So, we built a website, that some inventory. We were bootstrapping. So, we had to make two with what we had. The only marketing, we did was to set up a Facebook page.”  TIME STAMP SUMMARY01:52 Planning the next step03:37 Why it was socks07:39 How our business model has changed over time16:08 Benefits of having a different ability work force.22:26 What the future holds for Ma...2022-02-2726 minDaniel Cronin In Conversation With....Daniel Cronin In Conversation With....Daniel Cronin In Conversation With... The Barn Owl Project GalwayThis morning I had Dan Doorhy and John Carrig in from The Barn Owl Project Galway. Two guys giving a huge amount of their time to preserve and protect these wonderful creatures. Loss of habitat and secondary poisoning have had a devastating impact on them and they are now on the Red List for critically endangered animals. The lads also brought in a little visitor as well, Erin, a one year old Barn Owl, who was very well behaved.2022-02-2056 minE-Commerce Secrets To ScaleE-Commerce Secrets To Scale073 - Why Customer Experience Is More Important Than Customer Service With Mark & John CroninThis week on the show, Mark and John Cronin join me to tell us the touching story behind John’s Crazy Socks. They have been very successful by focusing on customer experience rather than customer service within their business and you’re going to love everything about them.2022-02-1533 minA Cup of Confidence with Erin RectorA Cup of Confidence with Erin RectorCan’t Stop These Crazy Socks with John and Mark CroninEpisode Summary:In today's episode of A Cup of Confidence, we are joined by special guests John and Mark Cronin, Founders of Johns Crazy Socks. Mark shares how he and his son, John, started their company and the journey they had to go through to become a successful business. John and Mark also share the importance of never giving up on yourself, moving forward, and helping others! This episode is inspirational and heartwarming! You don't want to miss this - stay tuned!Thanks for Listening:Thanks so...2022-02-1036 minInvent Anything™Invent Anything™Teaching The World To Invent | Invent Anything with John Cronin Episode 16In this special episode, Mark Alyn joins host John Cronin in an interview format. They discuss John’s background that lead to a career as an inventor, starting from childhood to becoming the top inventor at IBM, to founding ipCapital Group. Further, John and Mark discuss the process of invention, that starts with a problem that needs to be solved by a creative idea. Eventually, with the right tools that creative idea can become an invention, and that invention can become a patent. This episode is great for anyone who wants an overview of the creative process that can le...2022-01-2333 minDan\'s Dabble in BabbleDan's Dabble in BabbleSpread Happiness in 2022 - Mark and John Cronin Babble With DanThis week, Dan shares his new year's resolutions, some exciting information about growth of the podcast, and gives some information on the book he's currently reading. More importantly, Dan is joined by two entrepreneurs, Mark and John Cronin. 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 three years, they bootstrapped their start up into a multi-million-dollar company with sales in over 80 nations. John may have Down syndrome, but he always says, “Down...2022-01-1639 minInvent AnythingInvent AnythingTeaching the World to Invent – An Interview with John Cronin and Mark Alyn Part 1Season 01 Episode 16                                             33:51 In this special episode, Mark Alyn interviews host John Cronin about John’s background and what lead to his career as an inventor, starting from childhood to becoming the top inventor at IBM to founding ipCapital Group.2022-01-1200 minMr CheeksMr CheeksJohn Bjorn JoviThe Boys interview a podcast engineer and talk about John Bjorn Jovi, sexual harassment school, jarts, frogs are birds, womens hair cuts, bidet, Bob Does Pods, surf and jerk and more! This episode is dedicated to the memory of Jimmy Chimmichanga. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/zap-kreebler/support2021-12-1150 minIf We Knew Then - Down Syndrome PodcastIf We Knew Then - Down Syndrome Podcast82. John’s Crazy Socks - Spreading Happiness with John & Mark CroninIn this episode we discuss advocacy in action with entrepreneur and advocate John Cronin and his father Mark. Together they have built the company Johns Crazy Socks, with a business model that Fortune 500 companies aspire to achieve. Through highlighting the strengths of others, cultivating dignity and spreading happiness they are making differences in our community and the world. Website: https://johnscrazysocks.com/ Dance Party link: Online Dance Party with John (johnscrazysocks.com) Episode Transcript: https://ifweknewthen701833686.wordpress.com/2021/12/09/82-johns-crazy-socks-spreading-happiness-with-john-mark-cronin/2/ TEDx Talk on How People with Differing Abilities are Waiting to Help...2021-12-1059 minSoraya -Be Convinced! Sharing Lifechanging Stories of HopeSoraya -Be Convinced! Sharing Lifechanging Stories of HopeEp. #47 - Extremely Successful Entrepreneurs, the Father and Son Team of Mark & John Cronin Will Inspire You with Their Stories About Succeeding Despite Life’s Difficult ChallengesThe father and son team of Mark & John Cronin are a living inspiration to us all.  They focus on happiness and gratitude!  Together they founded and operate an extremely successful company – John’s Crazy Socks – which earned $3 million in its first 3 years. John has Down’s Syndrome and is the company’s “chief happiness officer” with over 200,000 social media followers.  Listen to how they achieved such tremendous accomplishments and the joy they have in helping others and being spokesmen for persons with disabilities.  They are enormously proud to speak about their business, which is built on 4 pillars: inspiration and hope; giving back...2021-11-2930 minThe LaunchcastThe LaunchcastPut a Sock In It (The Launchcast Reboots) - John Cronin & Mark CroninWe've got the first The Launchcast Reboot of season 3 with episode 306, "Put a Sock In It" where George interviews John Cronin and his father Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks, a social enterprise that the boys bootstrapped during start-up phase and have grown into a multi-million dollar organization whose mission is to spread happiness (with the CRAZIEST socks). What if we told you that a man was born with Down syndrome, a hole in his heart, and required intestinal surgery at 2 days old, what would your expectations of his life be? If your answer is "low expectations," you're mi...2021-11-051h 17Going Boldly, Entertainment, Information, Inspiration, & Transformation for Entrepreneurs!Going Boldly, Entertainment, Information, Inspiration, & Transformation for Entrepreneurs!Spreading happiness two feet at a time! Mark and John Cronin of John’s Crazy SocksS1-E43 Mark and John Cronin of John’s Crazy Socks are spreading happiness!Need some socks? With around 3,000 engaging design choices, you had better be a good decision-maker.I’ve known about this business for years and had no idea how successful they are with this multimillion-dollar business. Not only are they generating sales but they are also providing gainful employment for many people, including those with differing abilities! Those job titles include Sock Wranglers and Happiness Packers! You see, John is thriving as an entrepreneur with Down Syndrome. He knows what amaz...2021-10-251h 05Love+Live+Life PodcastLove+Live+Life Podcast502 "Love+Live+Life" Podcast - John & Mark X Cronin - The father-son team that founded John’s Crazy SocksIn this Episode, I had a conversation with John & Mark X Cronin, the father-son team that founded John’s Crazy Socks. We talked about  The power of a social enterprise  The benefits of hiring people with differing abilities The mission to spread happinessShow notes John & Mark’s Fun facts that most people don’t know about The inspiration behind “John’s Crazy Socks” - “If there’s no job, I’ll create one.” Building Relationship - Working together as family “Spreading Happiness” Modeling the world we want to live in. Customer Service vs Customer Experience - Build...2021-10-2143 minInvent AnythingInvent AnythingTeaching the World to Invent – An Interview with John Cronin and Mark Alyn Pt. 1Season 01 Episode 16 In this special episode, Mark Alyn interviews host John Cronin about John’s background and what lead to his career as an inventor, starting from childhood to becoming the top inventor at IBM to founding ipCapital Group. 2021-10-1333 minSmall Business DadsSmall Business Dads65. Mark & John Cronin from John's Crazy SocksMark and John Cronin join us from John's Crazy Socks in a first for Small Business Dads today. It's the first time we've gone international with a guest, but more importantly, the first time I've had a chat with both a father and son team working together and making a difference in more ways than one. You'll find out how the business came about from an idea that John had, how they give opportunities to people with differing ability and how they go about their mission of spreading happiness. Finally, if you'd like to be f...2021-09-1639 minHedging ScreensHedging Screens#95 - The OKC Thunder Will Be The NBA's Worst Team Next Season + John Wall + Over/Under PredictionsIn this episode, I talk about John Wall's developing situation with Houston, the over/unders for 2021-22, and look at a 2016 NBA Re-Draft Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRUfzPfIR29XqTpRv8Ql6NQ Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/zjcronin Follow me on Instagram: https://instagram.com/zach.cronin Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zach.cronin Follow the show on Twitter & IG: @hedgingscreens If you enjoyed this episode of Hedging Screens, please be sure to like it, subscribe, leave a rating or a...2021-09-151h 04The Miracle You with Vince KramerThe Miracle You with Vince Kramer120: Finding What Matters with Mark and John CroninIn this episode of The Miracle U with Vince Kramer of Imagine Miracles and his guests Mark X. and John Cronin, they discuss the importance of finding what matters in your life and taking steps to achieve it. Mark and John share the secrets of their social enterprise and being a father and son team.2021-08-3036 min20TIMinutes: A Mental Health Podcast20TIMinutes: A Mental Health PodcastInterview w/ Co-Founders of John's Crazy Socks, Mark & John CroninMeet John & Mark Cronin, the Co-Founders of John’s Crazy SocksJohn’s Crazy Socks is a father-son venture inspired by John Lee Cronin, 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.Tim speaks with Mark & John about their company, autism & down syndrome awareness, life behind the scenes and using the phrase differing abilities rather than disabilities!  This was a really fun interview, as John's laugh is contagious and then seeing how much fun they're...2021-08-0543 minDaniel Cronin In Conversation With....Daniel Cronin In Conversation With....Daniel Cronin In Conversation with... Brendan Fahy & James Coughlan, writersThis week in the studio I have two local writers. Brendan Fahy, who recently had a short story published in the Irish Independent The Strength, has always had an interest in writing, this is his second published short story, his first one The Cuckoo was published in a literary magazine called Sonder. He is now working on a novel. Also we talk with James Coughlan, James, in collaboration with Marian Lyons, has just published Leonard McGrath A Forgotten Gael. The only Galway player to have won All-Ireland Medals in both hurling and football. Leonard's story is fascinating...2021-06-301h 00Download New Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveDownload New Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveRight to Kill by John BarlowPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/461781 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Right to Kill Author: John Barlow Narrator: Nathaniel Priestley Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 54 minutes Release date: June 24, 2021 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: The first in a gripping new crime thriller series set in Yorkshire, for fans of Ian Rankin and Joseph Knox. ‘A striking debut’ Peter Robinson ‘The twisted big brother to Happy Valley’ Michael Wood On a Thursday night in February, DS Joe Romano finds himself back on home turf in Wortley, West Leeds. He’s following up on the disappearance of drug dealer Craig Shaw. It’s the s...2021-06-2405 minMission-DrivenMission-DrivenMark Cronin '80Mark Cronin ’80 and his son John Cronin join Maura Sweeney ’07 to speak about how they came to found John’s Crazy Socks. A serial entrepreneur, Mark passed along this passion to John.  In the spirit of Holy Cross, theirs is a company created to do good.  Through John’s Crazy Socks they are living their mission to “spread happiness,” while also serving as advocates for workplace equality and voices for people with differing abilities. Interview originally recorded on March 17, 2021. Due to the ongoing effects of the pandemic, all interviews in season 2 are recorded remotely. --- Mark :2021-06-221h 03Download New Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveDownload New Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveA Good Kill by John McmahonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/462983 to listen full audiobooks. Title: A Good Kill Series: #3 of A P.T. Marsh Novel Author: John Mcmahon Narrator: Jon Lindstrom Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 19 minutes Release date: June 15, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: An electrifying mystery featuring a troubled small-town police detective faced with three interwoven crimes that reveal sinister secrets about his community--and the deaths of his family, by the Edgar Award-and Thriller Award- short-listed author whose novels have been described by the New York Times Book Review as...2021-06-1510 minThe Baby Dude InterviewsThe Baby Dude InterviewsBaby Dude Interview: Dad & Last Chance U Head Coach- JOHN MOSLEYBABY DUDE IS BACK, with the Head Coach of ELAC John Mosley, who was featured on the hit show ‘LAST CHANCE U’ on Netflix.  We spoke about being a dad while coaching, also through the success of the show. 2021-05-2531 minMinding Your Business with Jodi-TatianaMinding Your Business with Jodi-TatianaEpisode 43: Meet John’s Crazy Socks co-founder/chief happiness officer John Cronin & co-founder Mark X. Cronin (NY-USA))John’s Crazy Socks is a father-son social enterprise inspired by John Lee Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome, and his love of colorful and fun socks, or what he calls his “crazy socks.” We're on a mission to spread happiness.Every day, we show what's possible when you give a person with a differing ability a chance. Over half our employees have a differing ability. When you buy colorful socks from us, you give them a chance and you help change the world.  https://johnscrazysocks.comFollow about John’s Crazy Sockshttps://w...2021-04-0543 minDownload New Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveDownload New Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveOn Harrow Hill: A Dave Guerney Novel by John VerdonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/466424 to listen full audiobooks. Title: On Harrow Hill: A Dave Guerney Novel Series: #7 of A Dave Gurney Novel Author: John Verdon Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 13 hours 27 minutes Release date: March 16, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.5 of Total 2 Ratings of Narrator: 2 of Total 1 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: When an old colleague comes to him for help solving the mysterious death of his town's most prominent resident, retired NYPD detective Dave Gurney must use all of his analytical skills to hunt a murderer who just might be killing from beyond the grave. T...2021-03-1610 minSolving Water: A Xylem PodcastSolving Water: A Xylem PodcastAdvancing Water Technology Through Environmental Policy Making with Professor John CroninOn the latest episode of Solving Water, host Amanda Holloway is joined by Jess Moyer, Senior Scientist with Xylem’s Advanced Technology & Innovation team, and Professor John Cronin, founding director of Blue CoLab in the Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems at Pace University and Adjunct Professor. The crew discusses how actions such as policy making and advocacy can help drive technological innovations in the water industry, the need for communicating these updates to the public, and more. Learn more and check out the Blue CoLab’s research here: https://www.pace.edu/seidenberg/blue-colab. 2021-03-0146 minInvent Anything™Invent Anything™Invention, Creativity, and Intellectual Property | Invent Anything with John Cronin Episode 1Invent Anything with John Cronin. In this series, John shares insights relating to invention, creativity, and intellectual property collected over 17 years at IBM (becoming its top inventor with over 100 patents and 150 patent publications) and 23 years as managing director of ipCapital Group (working with over 800 companies and approximately 15% of the Fortune 500, hundreds of mid-size companies and hundreds of startups and governmental laboratories). Here are just a few of the topics covered in this show: How to create inventions that are new, useful, and non-obvious, How to use creativity tools to solve problems in business and innovation, How...2021-02-1625 minTechFirst with John KoetsierTechFirst with John KoetsierWhy Facebook's Ray-Ban smartglasses will fail, with Irena Cronin from Infinite RetinaA week ago Facebook announced it was working with Ray-Ban on a multi-year deal to build and ship smartglasses. Mark Zuckerberg says they’re “the next step on the road to augmented reality glasses.” So why does Irena Cronin say they fail? She is the CEO of Infinite Retina, an xR consultancy, and a co-author of "The Infinite Retina: Spatial Computing, Augmented Reality, and how a collision of new technologies are bringing about the next tech revolution." We chat about Facebook's smartglasses, Project Aria, North (which Google acquired), Snap and its Spectacles, and Apple...2020-09-2522 minThe Team HouseThe Team HouseJohn Cronin served in Recon, Force Recon, Rhodesian Light Infantry, Selous Scouts: Ep. 60John Cronin has lived a life of adventure from serving in Vietnam with Marine Recon and Force Recon to traveling to Rhodesia where he served in the RLI and Selous Scouts. Afterwards her pursued academics going to school in the Middle East, and even got kidnapped in Beirut. Get access to bonus segments with our guests: https://www.patreon.com/m/TheTeamHouse SubReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TheTeamHouse/ Jack Murphy's memoir "Murphy's Law" can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Murphys-Law-Journey-Investigative-Journalist/dp/1501191241 The Team Room Reading Room (Amazon Affiliate links): https://jackmurphywrites.com/the-team-room-reading-room/Become a...2020-09-212h 20Greater Than CodeGreater Than Code192: Bringing Our Whole Selves with Siobhán Cronin02:36 - Siobhán’s Superpower: Catalyzing Personal and Community Change 04:19 - Managing Change During COVID-19 Experiencing Joy While Grieving Bringing Your Whole Self to Work (a boundary being stretched like never before) Working From Home: Ranges of Experiences and Comfort-Levels 13:51 - Pros and Cons of Bringing Your Whole/Full Self to Work Building Affinity & Care Interfacing with Capitalism Painpoints as Learning Opportunities Having Boundaries Building Inclusive Communities and Workspaces Extending Grace and Care 34:08 - People Have to Do Work on Themselves “You’re not categorically a good person.” – Siobhán Check Yourse...2020-07-2250 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastThe Relationship Commerce PodcastMaking Socks and Inspiring People with Differing Abilities with John & Mark Cronin of John’s Crazy SocksJohn Cronin and his dad Mark X. Cronin are the Co-Founders of John's Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with the mission to spread happiness. In just 3 years, they bootstrapped their startup into a multi-million dollar company with sales in over 80 nations.  John has Down Syndrome and lives his life with the motto: "Down Syndrome never holds me back". More than half of their employees have a differing ability and everyday John and Mark demonstrate what their colleagues are capable of. They are fierce advocates for the rights of the differently-abled, testifying twice before the US Congress and h...2020-07-211h 03The LaunchcastThe LaunchcastPut a Sock In It - John Cronin & Mark CroninIf we told you that a man was born with Down syndrome, a hole in his heart, and required intestinal surgery at 2 days old, what would your expectations of his life be? If your answer is "low expectations," you're missing the secret ingredient: happiness. On episode 131, The Launchcast interviews John Cronin and his father Mark Cronin, co-founders of John's Crazy Socks, a social enterprise that the boys bootstrapped during start-up phase and have grown into a multi-million dollar organization whose mission is to spread happiness (with the CRAZIEST socks). Since this podcast is all about exploring the depths of l...2020-07-061h 15Inclusivi-TEA PodcastInclusivi-TEA PodcastInclusivi-TALKS an Interview with Mark & John Cronin of John's Crazy SocksIn this episode of Inclusivi-TALKS, Mark and John Cronin talk about the inspiration for starting their company, John's Crazy Socks, share their life philosophies and tell us some stories.  John also talks about the design he created for Artists Who Share: An Auction Supporting Coronavirus Recovery. Connect with John’s Crazy Socks Here https://johnscrazysocks.com/ https://www.facebook.com/johnscrazysocks/ https://www.instagram.com/johnscrazysocks/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQzvQju2SQiW9rIf5JNsVQ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/cha...2020-05-2940 minGlobal Tech Leaders\' PodcastGlobal Tech Leaders' PodcastTax, Tax, Tax - Uncovering EMEA Tax, Structure & Financial Operations with Michael CroninOn this show, Ross speaks to Michael Cronin of Cronin & Co. on everything tax-related. We discuss what’s involved in setting up a European Operation for scale and what to avoid with the Tax authorities. What is the corporation tax rate and why is it so favourable? Tax Haven Vs Tax Advantages? Why does Ireland collect more tax than anywhere else with the lowest rate in Europe? Company structure and what’s the best fit for you? Sole Entity, Group Structure, Branch Operations e.g. Pre-IPO US startup. Ownership structures and obligations on company Directors and why Branch stru...2020-05-0858 minThe Stuttering John PodcastThe Stuttering John PodcastThe Stuttering John PodcastWe are the Melenders! Mark Cronin stories from the Channel 9 days. "I'm Thinking About You" meets "The Country Bear Jamboree." @FRANKIEBOCCA13 roommate stores his gun on the floor for the kids. Brought to you by @betonline_ag with @roycedorazio2019-07-172h 02Conversations with CornesyConversations with CornesyConversations with Cornesy - John CroninJohn Cronin  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2019-02-1245 minThe Great Dive PodcastThe Great Dive PodcastEpisode 76 - The King CroninIn a time where scuba was a bunch of sporting goods shops that started selling a new toy, The Aqualung, John Cronin had a vision of making it mainstream. The overbearing military approach to education was a roadblock in getting the masses into scuba classes and what would happen next was going to be the largest scuba diving education company, PADI. In 1995 aquaCORPS magazine published a cover story and interview with the scuba giant, John Cronin, titled “King Cronin- PADI Chief Bent on Acquiring New Divers” written by Michael Menduno. TDI has recently rereleased many of the old aquaCORPS interviews writ...2018-09-071h 01Dad to Dad  PodcastDad to Dad PodcastDad To Dad 17 - Mark Cronin of Long Island, NY Co-Founder of John's Crazy Socks, Father of Three Including John Who Has Down SyndromeMeet John Cronin. John and his Dad, Mark, own the successful Online business John’s Crazy Socks. John has Down Syndrome and it was his idea to start a business selling colorful crazy socks with his Dad. Today David Hirsch talks to John’s Dad, Mark Cronin about the journey that led to this crazy successful business idea. That’s on this Special Fathers Network Podcast. www.johnscrazysocks.com Special Fathers Network - SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 500+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are ra...2018-05-2956 minTwo Wiffle Dudes Podcast NetworkTwo Wiffle Dudes Podcast Network2WD Episode 74 - John CroninJosh and Carl start the show talking JAL, the NWLA Tournament Regional location, Tommy Loftus, the new NWLA newsletter and Josh ranked some stuff! They then welcomed in John Cronin, MN wiffler who founded and is commissioner of the Shed Field Wiffleball League, plays in the HRL with the Dodgers and runs the ALS Tournament. This youngster has done a lot for this sport and isn't even 20 yet!2018-03-0745 minTudor and Stuart Ireland Conference 2017Tudor and Stuart Ireland Conference 2017Dr John Cronin (IAPH). Donal Cam O'Sullivan Beare and the first battle of Aughrim, 1603.Dr John Cronin (IAPH) at the 2017 Tudor and Stuart Ireland Conference: 'Donal Cam O'Sullivan Beare and the first battle of Aughrim, 1603'.2017-09-1800 minTudor and Stuart Ireland ConferenceTudor and Stuart Ireland ConferenceDr John Cronin (IAPH). Donal Cam O'Sullivan Beare and the first battle of Aughrim, 1603.Dr John Cronin (IAPH) at the 2017 Tudor and Stuart Ireland Conference: 'Donal Cam O'Sullivan Beare and the first battle of Aughrim, 1603'.2017-09-1827 minThe Clint Cronin ShowThe Clint Cronin ShowJohn Cardenas in StudioToday on the show we've got an unreleased episode from "the vault" . This one took a while to get edited as we were having some technical difficulties with a mixer at the time. We initially recorded this following John's win at Bellator ( Fedor vs Mitrione ) in San Jose a few months ago . The last weeks have been so busy it's actually taken quite a while to go back and get the audio sorted for this one.  We are one day removed from Memorial Day so I want to send a big " thank you " to all of the veterans past, present a...2017-05-301h 12Another DAM PodcastAnother DAM PodcastPatty Bolgiano, John Cronin and Becky ClarkAnother DAM Podcast interview with Patty Bolgiano, John Cronin and Becky Clark on Digital Asset Management Here are the questions asked: How are you involved with Digital Asset Management? How does the oldest, continuous running university press in the United States use Digital Asset Management? What are the biggest challenges and successes you’ve seen with Digital Asset Management? What advice would you like to share with DAM professionals and people aspiring to become DAM professionals? For a transcript, visit http://anotherdampodcast.com Questions? Email them to anotherdamblog@gmail.com2015-12-0311 minTranscript – Another DAM PodcastTranscript – Another DAM PodcastAnother DAM Podcast interview with Patty Bolgiano, John Cronin and Becky Clark on Digital Asset ManagementListen to Another DAM Podcast interview with Patty Bolgiano, John Cronin and Becky Clark on Digital Asset Management Continue reading →2015-12-0300 minAnother DAM PodcastAnother DAM PodcastAnother DAM Podcast interview with Patty Bolgiano, John Cronin and Becky Clark on Digital Asset ManagementListen to Another DAM Podcast interview with Patty Bolgiano, John Cronin and Becky Clark on Digital Asset Management Continue reading →2015-12-0300 minThe Drunken Odyssey with John King: A Podcast About the Writing LifeThe Drunken Odyssey with John King: A Podcast About the Writing LifeEpisode 32: Terry Cronin!Episode 32 of The Drunken Odyssey, your favorite podcast about creative writing, literature, and drinking, is now available. On this week’s show, I interview novelist Terry Cronin, And Jean Davis offers one amazing essay about Write is a Verb. Texts Discussed The Skinvestigator: Tramp Stamp (Sunshine State Trilogy)" style="color: #990000; font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.8; text-decoration: none;"> The Skinvestigator: Rash Guard (The Sunshine State Trilogy)" style="color: #990000; font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Verdana, Arial, Hel...2013-01-1957 minTudor and Stuart Ireland Conference 2012Tudor and Stuart Ireland Conference 2012Dr John Cronin. Violence and duelling between exiled courtiers - the case of the Caroline Court in exile, c.1649 to c.1660Dr John Cronin. Violence and duelling between exiled courtiers - the case of the Caroline Court in exile, c.1649 to c.16602012-09-2400 minTudor and Stuart Ireland ConferenceTudor and Stuart Ireland ConferenceDr John Cronin. Violence and duelling between exiled courtiers - the case of the Caroline Court in exile, c.1649 to c.1660Dr John Cronin. Violence and duelling between exiled courtiers - the case of the Caroline Court in exile, c.1649 to c.16602012-09-2424 minTudor and Stuart Ireland Conference 2011Tudor and Stuart Ireland Conference 2011Dr John Cronin. The Marchioness of Ormonds Return from Exile and the Butler Patrimony.Dr John Cronin. The Marchioness of Ormonds Return from Exile and the Butler Patrimony.2011-09-1200 min