The Real Life Buyer

How a father and son team battled the odds to create a business empire and change for good with John & Mark Cronin of John's Crazy Socks


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PODCAST GUEST

Today I'm ever so pleased to introduce you to Mark and John Cronin, founders of John's Crazy Socks with a mission to supply great socks, whilst spreading lots of happiness.

Mark and John have a heartwarming story where a father and son team that have created not only successful business, but a community and social enterprise that cares for one another and provides tremendous support and joy to all, whether a customer or employee.

Today they are with me to share their story of bootstrapping the business, learning to purchase from suppliers and build alliances, manage supply chains and go beyond just delivering a product.

Website:        https://johnscrazysocks.com/
Facebook:     https://www.facebook.com/johnscrazysocks/
Instagram:    https://www.instagram.com/johnscrazysocks/
Pintrest :       https://www.pinterest.com/johnscrazysocks/_shop/
Twitter :         https://twitter.com/JohnsCrazySocks
YouTube:      https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChQzvQju2SQiW9rIf5JNsVQ
TikTok :          https://www.tiktok.com/@johnscrazysocks

ABOUT THE HOST

My name is Dave Barr.

I have been working as a Purchasing Manager for well over 20 years and have had the joy of working in various manufacturing industries throughout this time.

I have signed contracts for many millions of pounds Sterling over these years across a range of products and services with business from Asia to the USA and Europe.

I am passionate about self development, business improvement, saving money, buying quality goods and services, developing positive and effective working relationships with suppliers and colleagues and driving improvement through out the supply chain.

Now I wish to share this knowledge and that of highly skilled and competent people with you, the listener, in order that you may hopefully benefit from this information.

CONTACT ME, The Real Life Buyer @
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.thereallifebuyer.co.uk/

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Disclaimer

The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast are those solely of the host and guest(s) involved and do not reflect the views of any other individual or company. This podcast does not constitute professional advice or services. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information is strictly at your own risk and we will not be liable for any losses or damages in connection with any information provided.

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