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John Cronin, co-founder of John’s Crazy Socks, proves that Down syndrome never holds him back. He turned his love for colorful socks into the world’s largest sock store, creating jobs for people with differing abilities and donating over $800,000 to charity.
Beyond business, John is a TEDx speaker, UN presenter, and disability advocate, inspiring inclusion worldwide.
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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.
Let’s drive out the use of the R-word once and for all. Doing so isn’t just a matter of semantics; it’s a commitment to creating a more just and inclusive society.
Our co-founder John Cronin and John’s father and co-founder, Mark X. Cronin, submitted comments in support of the proposed rule change to section 14c of the Fair Labor Standard Act of 1938 that would eliminate the subminimum wage. We want to share their comments.
Hiring people with differing abilities is not just the right thing to do—it’s smart business. At John’s Crazy Socks, more than half of our team has a differing ability, and this inclusive approach has proven to boost morale, increase productivity, improve employee retention, enhance recruitment, and align with consumer values. By focusing on what people can do, we’ve built a thriving business that ships with precision, fosters loyalty, and attracts passionate team members and customers alike. Let us show you how inclusion creates opportunities, drives success, and spreads happiness.
John’s Crazy Socks was recently featured in Design Rush, highlighting the company’s incredible growth, mission to spread happiness, and commitment to inclusivity. The article explores how the business creates exceptional customer experiences, supports people with differing abilities, and blends purpose with sustainable success.
John and Mark X. Cronin of John’s Crazy Socks delivered an inspiring keynote at the 6th Annual LiFT Rise Awards Luncheon, where they received the Courage Award. Sharing their journey of building an inclusive business, they showcased the power of perseverance and hiring people with differing abilities.
Their heartfelt message of hope and humor brought the audience to its feet, highlighting the impact of inclusion and their mission to Spread Happiness.
