October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the abilities and accomplishments of people with Down syndrome, people like John Cronin. It is a time to challenge outdated stereotypes with stories of strength, talent, and innovation.
And there’s no better time to bring John and Mark X. Cronin to your stage or virtual meeting.
John is a young entrepreneur with Down syndrome who had a dream of starting a business. With the support of his dad, Mark, that dream became John’s Crazy Socks, the world’s largest sock store, a social enterprise with a mission to spread happiness and champion inclusion.
Together, John and Mark have spoken at the United Nations, testified twice before Congress, delivered TEDx Talks, and keynoted for audiences across North America. Their message? Inclusion is not altruism. It’s good business. Everyone benefits when we recognize what people with Down syndrome can achieve.
Why Book John and Mark This October?
Because nothing breaks stigma and builds connection like a real story, and John and Mark’s story is unforgettable.
In honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, they’re offering limited availability for keynotes, assemblies, and virtual sessions focused on:
- Seeing Down syndrome as a positive force in our lives’
- Disability employment and inclusive hiring
- Entrepreneurship as an alternative path
- Parent advocacy and possibilities after school
- What it means to build a business with purpose
Families and self-advocates love to hear from John and Mark, but so do educators, students, HR professionals, faith communities, nonprofit leaders, and corporate teams. John and Mark bring a unique blend of humor, heart, and hard-won wisdom.
“Down syndrome never holds me back,” John says. And when you hear him speak, you’ll believe it.
More Than Talk, John and Mark Walk the Walk
More than half of the employees at John’s Crazy Socks are people with differing abilities. Their Giving Back Program has raised over $800,000 for charities like the National Down Syndrome Society, Special Olympics, and the Autism Society of America.
When John and Mark speak, people don’t just listen; they laugh, they cry, and they leave inspired to take action. Here’s what recent event organizers have said:
🗣️ “John and Mark’s presentation directly aligned with our school’s mission and vision.”
🗣️ “Their message was powerful — and their love for each other was palpable.”
🗣️ “It wasn’t just inspiring. It was the best keynote I’ve ever seen.”
Let’s Start a Conversation
Whether you’re planning an assembly, an employee event, a fundraiser, or a corporate learning session, this October is the perfect time to elevate voices that show what’s truly possible.
Learn more at www.johnandmarkcronin.com. Reach out directly to Connie at hello@tcaa.com or call at 570.906.4395
