John Cronin appeared on Colorado & Company to share his passion for entrepreneurship and his mission to spread happiness through John’s Crazy Socks. He’s in Denver for Celebrate Shop, a marketplace featuring entrepreneurs with differing abilities. On November 15, John and his father, Mark, will speak on panels and sell their socks at the Curtis Hotel, highlighting what inclusive businesses can achieve.
John’s Crazy Socks makes gift-giving feel joyful, personal, and meaningful. Every package delivers bright colors, fun designs, and a heartfelt mission of inclusion led by co-founder John Cronin, a young man with Down syndrome. With thoughtful touches like handwritten notes, cheerful packaging, and a commitment to giving back, these gifts spread happiness to both the giver and the receiver. Whether it’s a curated gift box or a pair of personality-filled socks, John’s Crazy Socks turns simple surprises into moments of genuine connection and smiles.
This Thanksgiving, show your gratitude in a fun and meaningful way — with socks! At John’s Crazy Socks, we believe that socks are more than just a cozy gift — they’re a symbol of care, joy, and giving back. From turkey-themed designs to “Thankful” patterns, socks make thoughtful, practical gifts for everyone on your list. Plus, every purchase helps create jobs for people with differing abilities and supports charitable causes. This holiday season, give thanks, spread happiness, and make someone smile — one pair of socks at a time.
John and Mark are heading to Denver for Celebrate Shop, a two-day marketplace and conference by Celebrate EDU that highlights entrepreneurs with differing abilities. Taking place on November 15–16, 2025, at the Curtis Hotel, the event will feature 30+ entrepreneurs, inspiring panels, and a vibrant pop-up shop. John will be a featured entrepreneur, while Mark will join the Parent Panel — both sharing their journey with John’s Crazy Socks and their mission to spread happiness and inclusion. Join them on Saturday, November 15, to shop, connect, and celebrate what’s possible!
John’s Crazy Socks kicks off the Season of Thanks with a heartfelt Pre-Holiday Rush Sale, running November 10–16. Instead of doorbusters, they’re celebrating customers with gratitude — offering free shipping, fun stickers, free socks with $50+ orders, and exclusive holiday bundles. Every purchase helps support their mission of spreading happiness and creating jobs for people with differing abilities. Shop with purpose and start your holiday season with kindness and joy!
This holiday season, give a gift that’s fun, meaningful, and full of joy. John’s Crazy Socks offers thousands of styles, heartfelt packaging, and a mission that gives back — proving that the best gifts really do come in pairs.
From a simple idea between a father and son to a global movement for inclusion, John’s Crazy Socks has grown far beyond a sock company. In their feature in The American News, John and Mark Cronin share how their purpose-driven business model—built on love, inclusion, and smart hiring—has created jobs for people with differing abilities, raised over $800,000 for charity, and proven that inclusion is not just the right thing to do, it’s good business. Their story inspires leaders, entrepreneurs, and families alike to build with purpose and spread happiness every step of the way.
At the Hope Story dinner before the 2025 NYC Marathon, John and Mark X. Cronin shared their powerful message of hope, love, and possibility. Speaking to runners raising awareness for families of children with Down syndrome, they reflected on their own journey with John and how hope transformed their lives. The night was a celebration of community, purpose, and the belief that every story—and every step—can make a difference.
John and Mark X. Cronin, co-founders of John’s Crazy Socks, have been named Outstanding Keynote Speakers by the Global 100 – 2026 Awards. Their inspiring talks on inclusion, innovation, and purpose continue to touch audiences worldwide, proving that spreading happiness and hiring inclusively is good business.
John and Mark were honored to speak at the BeMore “All In On Inclusion” webinar, sharing how John’s Crazy Socks was created with a mission to spread happiness by championing people of all abilities. Highlighting stories of entrepreneurship, inclusion, and meaningful employment, they showed that inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s smart business. With a focus on access, equity, and opportunity, John and Mark inspired attendees to act on their dreams, embrace differences, and create workplaces where everyone can thrive.
John Cronin, co-founder of John’s Crazy Socks and longtime Special Olympics athlete, won a gold medal in bocce at the 2025 New York State Special Olympics Fall Games in Glens Falls, New York. A passionate advocate and supporter of the Special Olympics, John credits the organization for helping shape his life and business. Through his company, he has donated over $150,000 to Special Olympics New York while spreading joy, inclusion, and athletic excellence both on and off the field.
John and Mark from John’s Crazy Socks visited business students at Long Island University’s C.W. Post campus to share their journey of building a mission-driven company focused on spreading happiness and creating inclusive employment opportunities. They inspired future entrepreneurs by showing how a small business can grow into a global brand by staying true to its purpose, embracing individuals of all abilities, and leading with heart. Their message was clear: real success comes from making a positive impact—and having fun along the way.
