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Radio Entrepreneurs“Apparel Industry Insights” with John & Mark X. Cronin of John’s Crazy SocksTitle: “Apparel Industry Insights”Guest: John & Mark X. Cronin - John’s Crazy SocksInterviewer: Jonathan Freedman - Mage LLCJohn & Mark X. Cronin of John’s Crazy Socks return to share about how they put customer experience first, inventory management, and finding the right socks for you.FOLLOW RADIO ENTREPRENEURS:Website | Spotify | Facebook | LinkedIn | TwitterInstagram | Youtube | Goo...2025-02-2414 min
Seeds of Sunshine - A mother-daughter podcastHow to Spread Joy Despite Down Syndrome One Sock at a Time with John and Mark X Cronin, Father-Son TeamSeason Three, Episode 110Join your hosts, Carmen and Sophia Micsa, to learn more about John’s Crazy Socks and their creative way of conquering Down Syndrome and empowering people with differing abilities. John and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. They bootstrapped their business into the world’s largest sock store, earning EY’s Entrepreneurs of the Year recognition. John is not only an entrepreneur, but he also has Down syndrome. Every day, John and M...2025-02-1531 min
AwareNow™: The Official Podcast for CausesJohn & Mark Cronin: Exclusive Interview: 'Beyond the Pair' w/John's Crazy SocksInclusion isn’t just a value at John’s Crazy Socks—it’s the foundation of everything they do. Father-son duo Mark & John Cronin built more than a business; they created a space where individuality is celebrated, differences are embraced, and everyone belongs. Their story is a testament to the power of purpose-driven entrepreneurship, proving that when you lead with heart, you can change the world one pair of socks at a time.This feature is published in 'The Justice Edition' of AwareNow Magazine: awarenowmagazine.comFeaturing: John & Mark CroninInterviewed by: Allié McGuireMusic by: The Likes Of UsProduced by: AwareNow Media2025-02-0925 minRadio Entrepreneurs"Spreading Happiness With Socks" with John & Mark X. Cronin of John's Crazy SocksTitle: "Spreading Happiness With Socks"Guest: John & Mark X. Cronin - John's Crazy SocksInterviewer: Jeffrey Davis - Mage LLCJohn & Mark X. Cronin of John's Crazy Socks join us to share how this father-son team focuses on empowering people with disabilities while running the world’s largest sock store.FOLLOW RADIO ENTREPRENEURS:Website | Spotify | Facebook | LinkedIn | TwitterInstagram | Youtube...2024-12-1610 min
The Root of All Success with The Real Jason Duncan268: John’s Crazy Socks: A Heartfelt Mission of Inclusion and Impact ft. John and Mark X. CroninWhat does it take to turn passion into profit while breaking barriers? Meet the dynamic father-son duo behind the world’s largest sock store, John and Mark X. Cronin of John’s Crazy Socks!In this inspiring episode of The Root of All Success, The Real Jason Duncan sits down with John and Mark X. Cronin, a trailblazing duo redefining entrepreneurship. Together, they share the incredible journey of how John’s unique vision and Mark’s guidance created a business that not only sells over 4,000 styles of socks but also promotes inclusion and advocacy for peop...2024-12-1641 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 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
Something ExtraUnlocking Potential Through Purpose w/ Mark X. & John CroninFollowing last week's episode on the great work being done by the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis, check out the inspiring father-son duo behind John’s Crazy Socks, Mark X. Cronin and his son, John. Together, they share their extraordinary journey of building a multi-million-dollar social enterprise with heart. John, who has Down syndrome, never let it hold him back. From starting their sock venture to now being globally recognized advocates for inclusive hiring, they show us how purpose-driven entrepreneurship changes lives. Get ready for a conversation filled with laughter, touching stories, and powerful insights on why hi...2024-11-2139 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 min
Super Entrepreneurs PodcastBuilding the World's Largest Sock Store: John and Mark X. Cronin's Mission to Spread HappinessFather-Son Duo Behind John’s Crazy Socks: Spreading Happiness Through Entrepreneurship In this inspiring episode of Super Entrepreneurs Podcast, we’re joined by John and Mark X. Cronin, the dynamic father-son team behind John’s Crazy Socks. Known for creating the world’s largest sock store, they’ve built a thriving social enterprise that spreads happiness, promotes inclusivity, and generates multi-million-dollar revenues. In this conversation, we dive into their entrepreneurial journey, how they turned an idea into a global brand, and their mission to empower people of all abilities. Learn how their innovative business model and passion for giving...2024-10-0225 min
ABLE TODAY SHOWJohn's Crazy SocksJohn Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome, was about to graduate high school and he didn’t like his job prospects. But he knew who he wanted to work with. His dad, Mark Cronin. After throwing out a few ideas, they landed on John’s Crazy Socks, launching in 2016. They then proceeded to break every marketing rule there is, and somehow this social enterprise became a smash hit with people. 2024-10-0243 min
Wired For Success: Success Mindset, High-Performance Habits, and Business Success for EntrepreneursThe 7-Figure Crazy Socks Empire and Social Entrepreneurship with John & Mark Cronin | Episode 198EPISODE SUMMARY Join scientist and mindset & high-performance coach Claudia Garbutt and visionary entrepreneurs John & Mark Cronin who are on a mission to spread happiness and build more inclusive businesses. In this episode, we talk about: - Building a 7-figure business while navigating Down syndrome - Customer-centric product design - Social entrepreneurship & making an impact beyond cents and dollars EPISODE NOTES John and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to s...2024-09-2546 minWired For Success: Success Mindset, High-Performance Habits, and Business Success for EntrepreneursThe 7-Figure Crazy Socks Empire and Social Entrepreneurship with John & Mark Cronin | Episode 198EPISODE SUMMARY Join scientist and mindset & high-performance coach Claudia Garbutt and visionary entrepreneurs John & Mark Cronin who are on a mission to spread happiness and build more inclusive businesses. In this episode, we talk about: - Building a 7-figure business while navigating Down syndrome - Customer-centric product design - Social entrepreneurship & making an impact beyond cents and dollars EPISODE NOTES John and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to s...2024-09-2546 min
BROADWAY BESTIESA Chat with Kaleigh Cronin: Secrets from Death Becomes Her*Send us a textThis week on Broadway Besties, we sit down with the amazing Kaleigh Cronin! Known for her incredible talent and down-to-earth charm, Kaleigh is set to star in the highly anticipated Death Becomes Her. We ask all the burning questions, and some of her answers left us absolutely stunned! Get ready for a delightful and surprising conversation about her upcoming role, her journey in theater, and some behind-the-scenes secrets you won’t hear anywhere else.2024-09-0243 min
Rainmakers RoundupEp 32 Strategic M&A for Entrepreneurs: Expert Insights with Rainmakers Roundup Guest Paul CroninRainmakers Roundup with Mark Iorio Episode 32 "Strategic M&A for Entrepreneurs: Expert Insights with Rainmakers Roundup Guest Paul Cronin"Mark Dives into business goals and alignment, business mergers and acquisitions, Client needs first mindset, Business processes, the people side of business, business culture, and how it impacts the bottom line with Paul Cronin. Paul is the M&A Advisor for the True North Advisors Group. Paul helps you navigate this transition with clarity and confidence, answering crucial questions like your business's worth and your identity outside of it. If you seek effective guidance to tackle this process and a...2024-07-0929 min
That Entrepreneur Show#367: Autism Awareness Day with John’s Crazy Socks Founders John and Mark CroninIt is time to celebrate Autism Awareness Day as we are recording. Get ready for inspiration from this amazing duo! Some areas of discussion with John and Mark include: -Time management techniques and the power of staying organized -Role and purpose-Being able to say no-Started at home and now grown to 34 employees: When each employee is asked what they do: “I Spread Happiness!”-How to find loyal employees -Don't micromanage! It shows distrust Welcome back to That Entrepreneur Show! If you enjoy the show, please subscribe...2024-05-2321 min
Labours of Sport Coaching: The Science and Art of Coaching, Motivation, and Self-DeterminationColum Cronin - Coaching as a caring enterpriseSign up to my FREE motivational psychology newsletter:Subscribe | Labours of Sport Coaching - The Self-Determined CoachIn this episode I'm joined by Dr Colum Cronin, Senior Lecturer in Physical Education and Sport Coaching at Liverpool John Moores University, to discuss all things care in coaching.Colum's bookLearn more about your host and access my services:https://markjcarrollcoaching.wordpress.com/consultancy/Support the show by becoming a patron:https://labours-of-sport.captivate.fm/supportConnect with me on...2024-05-211h 36
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 Coach Mark Gottfried ShowEp. #25 | Mick Cronin: At The Helm of UCLA Men’s BasketballCoach Mark Gottfried sits down with Mick Cronin, Head Coach of the Men’s Basketball program at UCLA. Both coaches talk about the grind of coaching, the undeniable sacrifices you have to make in order to be great, and the change in college basketball’s landscape.2024-04-1756 min
Multiply Your Success with Dr. Tom DuFore200. Making an Impact With Your Business—John and Mark Cronin, John’s Crazy SocksThis is a special podcast as it is episode 200! And, we always like to have a special guest and message to share on important milestone podcasts. Today’s episode was recorded about 4 months ago and we have been saving it for today. So the question we are opening today with is how are you using your business to give back and make an impact? In today’s episode, we interview John & Mark Cronin, who are a father-son team that are making a difference with advocating for people with differing abilities one pair of socks at a time. 2024-04-0835 min
The Accidental EntrepreneurJohn & Mark Cronin - John's Crazy SocksJohn and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. They bootstrapped their business into the world’s largest sock store with multi-million dollar revenues. They have been named EY’s Entrepreneurs of the Year.
John is not only a business owner, but he has Down syndrome. John and Mark show what people with differing abilities can do – more than half of their colleagues have differing abilities. They are fierce advocates for inclusion, having testified twice before the U.S. Congress and spok...2024-03-221h 04
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
Snuggle Up Story TimeClick, Clack, Moo by Doreen Cronin & Betsy Lewin | Read Aloud Stories For KidsIn today’s episode, we delve into the hilariously clever world of 'Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type' by Doreen Cronin & Betsy Lewin. A tale of resourceful farm animals who, armed with a typewriter, embark on a humorous negotiation for better living conditions. This story not only tickles the funny bone but also introduces themes of communication, compromise, and the unexpected consequences of technology. Perfect for kids with a knack for laughter and parents who appreciate a smart tale. Join us for a moo-ving episode of 'Storytime with Daddy'!
Support the author of Click Cl...2024-03-1903 min
Beyond 7 Figures: Build, Scale, ProfitCreating a Million-Dollar Impact One Sock at a Time feat. John and Mark X. CroninLearn how to create social impact with your business model Entrepreneurship embodies the unyielding spirit of those who defy odds with tenacity. Despite societal barriers and misunderstandings, certain individuals face unique challenges in garnering early backing for their ventures. These obstacles may seem daunting, yet they refuse to be swayed. Rather, they harness their creativity to forge innovative pathways, driven not solely by personal ambition, but also by a deep-seated desire to enrich their communities. I am honored to have John and Mark X. Cronin as my guests today, the father-son team behind "John's Crazy...2024-03-0828 min
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
THINK Business with Jon DwoskinThe ONE: Key Insight with John and Mark Cronin In this insightful clip, Jon Dwoskin and John and Mark X. Cronin of John’s Crazy Socks, delve into a valuable discussion, focusing on one key insight that can enhance your business today. Their conversation highlights a singular, practical strategy, offering a fresh perspective for entrepreneurs and business owners. Watch the full episode Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon’...2024-02-0403 min
Autistic and ADHD Kids Parenting Strategies: Every Brain is Different25 - John and Mark Cronin and John's Crazy SocksHere's what to expect on the podcast:Lack of awareness about the capabilities of people with disabilities.What positive contributions can individuals with disabilities bring to the workplace?Influence of stereotypes and biases in hiring decisions.How does the rejection from companies impact the well-being of neurodivergent individuals?And much more! About John and Mark:John and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. They bootstrapped their business into the world’s largest sock store. John is not only...2024-01-1532 min
The Journalism SaluteColleen Cronin, Environmental Reporter, ecoRI NewsOn this episode, we’re joined by Colleen Cronin. Colleen is a reporter for ecoRI News, a non-profit dedicated to reporting on environmental and social justice issues in southern New England.Colleen covers rural Rhode Island. She’s been with ecoRI for a year-and-a- half as part of Report for America.Colleen is a graduate of Brown University where she was editor in chief of The Brown Daily Herald. She also worked briefly at The Boston Globe.Colleen talked about her journalism origin story. She shared a story of a discussion she had with...2023-12-0540 min
Evolve to SucceedJohn and Mark X. Cronin – Challenging perceptions and championing diversityJohn and Mark X. Cronin are the dynamic father-son team behind John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. They bootstrapped their business into the world’s largest sock store with multi-million dollar revenues, and won Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneurs of the Year in 2019. What makes their story particularly special is that 27 year-old John has Down syndrome, and is constantly challenging preconceptions about differing abilities, exemplifying the remarkable achievements that can arise when inclusion takes centre stage.2023-11-2744 min
Think Big with Dan & QasimWalking in Crazy Socks: John & Mark X. Cronin on Think Big Podcast🎙️ Join the "Think Big Podcast" for an inspiring episode with John and Mark X. Cronin, founders of John's Crazy Socks! 🧦🌈 Discover their journey turning vibrant socks into a business that spreads happiness and promotes inclusivity. 🚀 Hear about their challenges, triumphs, and impactful ventures. Tune in for entrepreneurial lessons and a sneak peek into the future of John's Crazy Socks. 🎧 Don't miss this heartwarming conversation on "Think Big with Dan and Qasim"! 🧦🚶♂️ #crazysocks #entrepreneurship #podcast2023-11-2127 min
Famous Interviews with Joe DiminoFounders of John’s Crazy Socks with John & Mark X. CroninWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series .. On this episode, we talk with Founders of John’s Crazy Socks John & Mark X. Cronin .. Mark is the co-founder, along with his son John, of John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. His leadership has demonstrated that pursuing social goals – demonstrating what people with differing abilities can achieve and giving back – makes for good business. Mark advocates for the rights of differently abled people. His advocacy work has seen Mark testify before Congress twice, speak at the UN and make numer...2023-10-1734 min
Accessibility Accelerator: The PodcastJohn and Mark X. Cronin: Spreading Happiness via our Global Social EnterpriseJohn and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. They bootstrapped their business into the world’s largest sock store earning them recognition as EY’s Entrepreneurs of the Year.
John is not only an entrepreneur, but he has also Down syndrome. Every day, John and Mark show what people with differing abilities can do – more than half their colleagues have a differing ability. They are fierce advocates for the rights of people with differing abilities having testified twice before the U.S. Con...2023-09-2238 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
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
Future WeeklyBest of Future Weekly: #96 - Menschen lesen & Psychopathen erkennen mit dem Profiler Mark T. HofmannLiebe Grüße aus der Sommerpause!Wir genießen den Sommer und hoffen ihr tut das auch.Um euch da draußen aber nicht ganz alleine zu lassen, haben wir uns zusammengesetzt und ein paar Schmankerl aus unseren vergangenen Aufnahmen rausgesucht, die wir gerne immer wieder selbst hören und weiterempfehlen. Also lehnt euch zurück, genießt die Zeit und wir wünschen viel Spaß mit: Folge #96 Markus und Daniel haben diese Woche Mark T. Hofmann zu Gast. Mark T. Hofmann ist Crime- & Intelligence Analyst, Keynote Speaker und Hochschuldozent für Verhaltens- & Cyberpsycholo...2023-08-131h 05
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
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
Circle of KnowledgeOn a Mission to Spread Happiness, John & Mark X Cronin, John’s Crazy Socks With Jon Kovach Jr.John and Mark X. Cronin 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 Down syndrome. John’s Crazy Socks was inspired by John Lee Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome, and his love of colorful and fun socks—what he calls his “crazy socks.” He and his father, Mark X. Cronin, started the company as a social enterprise with the mission of Spreading Happiness™. They do this by offering socks people can love that allows an exp...2023-02-0441 min
Real People, Real BusinessJohn and Mark X. Cronin - 7-Figure Growth by Spreading HappinessWhen John Cronin was in his last year of high school, he looked around at all of his options for his career, as a person with Down Syndrome, and didn’t like any of them. So he decided to create his own. Together with his dad, Mark, John started up John’s Crazy Socks, combining his passion for entrepreneurship and his love for crazy, wild, colourful socks, which he says “Just let me be me”. And thank goodness they do - John is at the heart of the business’ brand, and his joyfulness and sincerity have been th...2022-12-0938 min
Back2Basics: Reconnecting to the essence of YOUE177- Mark and John Cronin- Spreading Happiness by showing what's possibleVisit: www.johnscrazysocks.com Mark X. Cronin is the co-founder, along with his son John, of John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. His leadership has demonstrated that pursuing social goals – demonstrating what people with differing abilities can achieve and giving back – makes for good business. Mark advocates for the rights of differently abled people. His advocacy work has seen Mark testify before Congress twice, speak at the UN and make numerous trips to Capitol Hill. Mark is a sought-after speaker having spoken at events across the U.S., Canada and Mexico...2022-10-2632 min
The Action CatalystGoing "Crazy", with John and Mark X. Cronin (Family, Business, Down Syndrome, Advocacy, Apparel, Fashion)John and Mark X. Cronin, entrepreneurs, advocates for Down Syndrome, and co-founders of the largest sock store on the planet, John's Crazy Socks, explain the 5 essential pillars of business, the joys and the challenges of working as a father and son team, a small problem they ran into with opening a food truck, making friends with Washington elite, and the importance of uplifting differently-abled employees.2022-10-0421 min
The SuccessGrid PodcastMaking E-Commerce Personal with Mark Cronin and His Son John - SG109Mark X. Cronin is the co-founder, along with his son John, of John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. His leadership has demonstrated that pursuing social goals – demonstrating what people with differing abilities can achieve and giving back – makes for good business.
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The SuccessGrid PodcastMaking E-Commerce Personal with Mark Cronin and His Son John - SG109Mark X. Cronin is the co-founder, along with his son John, of John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. His leadership has demonstrated that pursuing social goals – demonstrating what people with differing abilities can achieve and giving back – makes for good business.John’s Crazy Socks website: https://johnscrazysocks.com/Leave me a voice msg here: https://successgrid.net/podcast/For top tips and more resources pls go here for show notes: https://successgrid.net/sg109/“If you love this show, please leave a review. Go to https...2022-09-2422 min
The SuccessGrid PodcastMaking E-Commerce Personal with Mark Cronin and His Son John - SG109Mark X. Cronin is the co-founder, along with his son John, of John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. His leadership has demonstrated that pursuing social goals – demonstrating what people with differing abilities can achieve and giving back – makes for good business.
John’s Crazy Socks website: https://johnscrazysocks.com/
Leave me a voice msg here: https://successgrid.net/podcast/
For top tips and more resources pls go here for show notes: https://successgrid.net/sg109/
“If you love this show, please lea...2022-09-2422 min
Chasing Financial FreedomHow to Creatively Bootstrap Your Business with John and Mark CroninSend us a textYou know how sometimes you're just sitting there, like, "I want to start a business, but I have no idea where to start." Well, this week on the Chasing Financial Freedom Podcast, we have special guests, John and Mark Cronin. Mark X. Cronin is the co-founder, along with his son John, of John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. His leadership has demonstrated that pursuing social goals—demonstrating what people with differing abilities can achieve and giving back—makes for good business. Lookin...2022-09-1456 min
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
Now Tell Us podcastTurn a challenging situation into a profitable business - Mark X. CroninMark X. Cronin is the co-founder, along with his son John, of John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. His leadership has demonstrated that pursuing social goals – demonstrating what people with differing abilities can achieve and giving back – makes for good business.
For more, go to www.johnscrazysocks.com2022-07-1137 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
As Diverse As Two Peas In A PodEpisode 29 - Spreading Happiness one pair of socks at a time! - with John and Mark X. CroninJohn and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created Johns Crazy Socks (https://johnscrazysocks.com), a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness.
They bootstrapped their business into the worlds largest sock store. John is not only a business owner, but he has Down syndrome.
Every day, John and Mark show what people with differing abilities can do more than half their colleagues have a differing ability. And they show their gratitude through their Giving Back program that has raised nearly $500,000 for their charity partners.
Most of all, they are...2022-06-2245 min
Between UsSpread Happiness - John & Mark X. CroninEpisode Seventeen, Socks with a Story, is sure to put a smile on your face and warm your heart to the core!
John and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son duo that created John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. They bootstrapped their business into the world’s largest sock store with multi-million dollar sales across 88 nations.
John is not only a business owner, but he has Down syndrome. Every day, John and Mark show what people with differing abilities can do – more than half their colleagues have a diff...2022-06-1250 min
Let's Go Win Podcast"Let's Go Win at Spreading Happiness" with guests John & Mark X. CroninEpisode #194: There are exceptional people in this world that are put on this earth to make it a better place. John and Mark X. Cronin are two of those people and they blessed the Let's Go Win audience by sharing their story. They are literally changing the world by showing what people with differing abilities are able to do in the workforce and life in general. John is only 26 years old and is running a multi million dollar business, he and his dad Mark X have done two TEDx talks, and they have appeared on virtually every...2022-05-2642 min
A World of DifferenceWellness: John and Mark Cronin on Downs Syndrome, Crazy Socks, Differing Abilities and HappinessJohn and Mark X. Cronin, the father and son co-founders of John’s Crazy Socks, are on a mission to spread happiness. In pursuit of that mission, they have now released The Spreading Happiness Podcast with John and Mark, a weekly, 30-minute podcast designed to bring a smile to your face and make you feel good.During the show, the father and son team banter about what is happening in their lives, their adventures and mishaps, conversations that often lead to hilarious results. As part of each show, they give updates on their sometimes futile efforts to ge...2022-05-2557 min
cityCURRENT Radio ShowRadio Show: John Lee Cronin and Father, Mark, highlight John's Crazy SocksHost Andrew Bartolotta talks to John and Mark X. Cronin, founders of John's Crazy Socks, 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 their mission clear: they want to spread happiness and boy do they!During the interview John and Mark share their love of giving back, becoming the world's largest sock shop, their connection with the later former President George H.W. Bush and his family, and tips for entrepreneurs and business owners to mast...2022-05-1516 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
cityCURRENT Radio ShowRadio Show: John Lee Cronin and Father, Mark, highlight John's Crazy SocksHost Andrew Bartolotta talks to John and Mark X. Cronin, founders of John's Crazy Socks, 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 their mission clear: they want to spread happiness and boy do they!During the interview John and Mark share their love of giving back, becoming the world's largest sock shop, their connection with the later former President George H.W. Bush and his family, and tips for entrepreneurs and business owners to mast...2022-05-0115 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
Big Alundas FitnessEPISODE 27: Creating a position for Differing Disabilities with John and Mark X. CroninThis week on The Winners Paradigm Podcast we have John and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. They bootstrapped their business into the world’s largest sock store. John is not only a business owner, but he has Down syndrome. Every day, John and Mark show what people with differing abilities can do – more than half their colleagues have differing abilities. And they show their gratitude through their Giving Back program that has raised nearly $500,000 for their charity partners. Most of all, they are sp...2022-04-2237 minBig Alundas FitnessEPISODE 27: Creating a position for Differing Disabilities with John and Mark X. CroninThis week on The Winners Paradigm Podcast we have John and Mark X. Cronin are the father-son team that created John’s Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness. They bootstrapped their business into the world’s largest sock store. John is not only a business owner, but he has Down syndrome. Every day, John and Mark show what people with differing abilities can do – more than half their colleagues have differing abilities. And they show their gratitude through their Giving Back program that has raised nearly $500,000 for their charity partners. Most of all, they are sp...2022-04-2237 minWhat's the Big Idea? - A Destination Imagination PodcastEpisode 1: John and Mark Cronin, Part 1“We’re in this for the long haul, so we’re looking to make personal connections and share the experience with our customers - we’re looking to create an experience for our customers. Once you believe that, then it becomes manifest in everything you do.” - Mark X. Cronin
In our Season 2 premiere, host Paige Curtis sits down with John and Mark Cronin, a father and son duo who are the founders of John’s Crazy Socks. In part 1 of our interview with John and Mark, they share the origin story of their business, what makes th...2022-04-2119 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