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Chad Sowash

Co-host and co-founder · The Chad & Cheese Podcast

Chad Sowash is co-host of The Chad & Cheese Podcast, an HR, recruiting, and talent-acquisition show he co-founded with Joel Cheesman in 2017. A former US Army infantry drill sergeant, he entered online recruitment in 1998 at Online Career Center (later Monster.com) and held leadership roles at DirectEmployers Association, RecruitMilitary, and Randstad.

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Who is Chad Sowash?

Chad Sowash is co-host of The Chad & Cheese Podcast, an HR, recruiting, and talent-acquisition show he co-founded with Joel Cheesman in 2017. A former US Army infantry drill sergeant, he entered online recruitment in 1998 at Online Career Center (later Monster.com) and held leadership roles at DirectEmployers Associat…

What is Chad Sowash's role?

Chad Sowash is Co-host and co-founder at The Chad & Cheese Podcast.

What is Chad Sowash recognized for?

Chad Sowash has been recognized as Top 100 HR Influencer by Engagedly (2026).

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