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We shared our story with Morgan Stanley’s Green Jade Group — a story about family, purpose, and the power of inclusion. What began with John, a young man with Down syndrome who wanted to start a business, has grown into the world’s largest sock store and a movement that shows what people with differing abilities can do.
Our message was simple: don’t focus on limitations — look at the possibilities. Inclusive hiring works, purpose drives success, and together we can build businesses that make money and make a difference.
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 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 and Mark X. Cronin inspired leaders at the Parent to Parent USA Leadership Institute with their powerful keynote, “Seeing What’s Possible.” Sharing their journey from uncertainty to purpose, the father-son duo behind John’s Crazy Socks celebrated hope, inclusion, and the power of community. Their message—focus on what people can do, not what they can’t—reminds us that inclusion isn’t just good for the heart, it’s good for business.
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 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.
MSN has named John and Mark X. Cronin, the father-son team behind John’s Crazy Socks, among the “Top 10 Keynote Speakers to Follow in 2025.” Celebrated for their uplifting talks on inclusion, leadership, and purpose, John and Mark inspire audiences worldwide with their story of turning a simple dream into a movement for change. Through humor, heart, and real-world experience, they show that employing people with differing abilities drives innovation and success. Their recognition by MSN highlights their growing impact as advocates for inclusion and business with purpose.
John and Mark X. Cronin, co-founders of John’s Crazy Socks, are now represented by Talent Concierge Artists Agency (TCAA)for all speaking engagements. Known for blending entrepreneurship with purpose, the father-son duo shares inspiring talks on inclusion, mission-driven business, and the power of workplace culture. With past appearances at Microsoft, EY, Bank of America, and the United Nations, their story continues to resonate worldwide. Event planners can now book John and Mark through TCAA to bring a powerful, uplifting message of inclusion and possibility to their stages.
John and Mark X. Cronin, the father-son team behind John’s Crazy Socks, recently spoke at the five-day Entrepreneurland Bootcamp for young entrepreneurs aged 15–20. They shared their journey of building a mission-driven business that blends purpose with profit, inspiring attendees to embrace their values, think big, and create impact. The event offered participants hands-on learning in innovation, leadership, and pitching ideas, leaving them motivated to start their own ventures with heart and purpose.
Nearly 1,000 HR leaders gave a standing ovation as the team behind John’s Crazy Socks shared how welcoming people with differing abilities leads to better teamwork, higher retention, and stronger results. Their story showed that inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a smart way to grow and create happier workplaces.
