John and Mark X. Cronin of John’s Crazy Socks visited Molloy University’s MOST Program, sharing their journey of entrepreneurship and inclusion. John, a man with Down syndrome, turned job-seeking struggles into a thriving business. Their message of empowerment and workplace inclusion left students inspired and hopeful.
John’s Crazy Socks turned an outsourced office cleaning job into an in-house opportunity by hiring someone with differing abilities. By “insourcing” the position of Captain Clean, the company not only created meaningful employment but also saved money while improving service quality. This move highlights the company’s belief that hiring people with differing abilities is both a smart business decision and the right thing to do.
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Join John’s Crazy Socks for a joyful and inspiring experience celebrating inclusion, entrepreneurship, and the power of dreams. Led by co-founder John Cronin, who has Down syndrome, the tours showcase the heart of the business—from picking and packing socks to meaningful discussions about overcoming barriers. Visitors enjoy an engaging warehouse tour, an award-winning documentary, interactive Q&A sessions, and fun photo opportunities. Open to schools, advocacy groups, entrepreneurs, and anyone eager to be inspired, tours are available in person or virtually and are free to book. Email tours@johnscrazysocks.com to schedule your visit!
The U.S. Department of Labor wants to eliminate the subminimum wage for workers with disabilities, but they need your support. Submit your comment by January 17, 2025, to help create a fairer, more inclusive society.
John and Mark Cronin of John’s Crazy Socks share why this change matters and how you can make a difference.
At John's Crazy Socks, more than half our colleagues have a disability. We hired them because they do great work.
