In this episode of The Footwear Retailer Podcast, Pete Mohr sits down with John and Mark Cronin, the father-son team behind John’s Crazy Socks. What started as a mission to find employment turned into a 4,000-SKU business, a national brand, and a movement for inclusion and joy.

They get real about what happens when viral success overwhelms your operations, how they rebuilt from the chaos, and why giving back is baked into their bottom line.

If you’re a footwear retailer, impact-focused entrepreneur, or a business owner who believes values matter, this episode is a must-listen.

What You'll Learn:

→ How they scaled fulfillment from 40 to 1,000+ orders/day
→ Why giving back upfront became core to their growth
→ How they grew a B2B and wholesale arm
→ What they’re building next with Abilities Rising

Guest Info:
Website: https://johnscrazysocks.com
Speaking/Consulting: https://johnandmarkcronin.com
Social: @JohnsCrazySocks

Connect with Pete Mohr:
Website: simplifyingentrepreneurship.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/petemohr
Podcast: thefootwearretailer.com

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