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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.

John and Mark from John’s Crazy Socks delivered the keynote at the 2025 Tapping Into Talent: Innovation and Opportunity Conference in Baltimore, hosted by the Kennedy Krieger Institute. Speaking to more than 500 attendees, they shared their inspiring story of building a business that champions inclusion and meaningful employment for people with differing abilities. Their message was clear—hiring people with differing abilities isn’t charity, it’s smart business that spreads happiness and fuels innovation.

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.

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.

From high school gyms to Fortune 500 boardrooms, John and Mark Cronin of John’s Crazy Socks have spoken at over 50 events in just two years — with a 100% positive review rate. Their talks blend humor, heart, and actionable insights on inclusive hiring, staying true to your mission, and leading with love. Audiences remember their father-son chemistry, powerful stories, and genuine connections long after the event ends. Whether for schools, nonprofits, HR conferences, or corporate DEI programs, John and Mark deliver keynotes that inspire change and spread happiness.

Our keynote at the Western Partnership Conferencebegan with a question once asked about John, born with Down syndrome—and ended with a standing ovation from 500 human services professionals.

We shared the journey of building John’s Crazy Socks, the power of inclusive employment, and practical tools for creating purpose-driven workplaces. It was more than a talk—it was a call to believe in what's possible.

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