Primary Job Title HR Director Primary Organization 
AGS Capital Group
Gender Female
Cherie Smith is a senior human resource specialist for AGS Capital. She has over 17 years of hands-on experience in human resources (HR). She is responsible for taking the lead in any HR issues within the many AGS Capital companies. This also includes reviewing the HR status of companies identified for acquisition, identifying any potential issues,
and developing a plan to resolve any potential HR barriers to acquisition. Cherie controls the administration of all forms of grants and other government programs that provide opportunities that help grow the AGS Capital businesses.
She provides HR related counsel to all levels of the AGS management team. As the senior HR specialist, Cherie plans and implements HR policies and procedures. She is responsible for recruiting and staffing at all levels within the organization. Cherie trains and develops new employees so they will be successful at performing their jobs.
Cherie processes payroll for the employees of each company within the AGS Capital group. In addition, she manages both the 401K obligations and benefit packages for all salaried and hourly employees. She monitors federal, state, and local legislation to identify and eliminate potential labor and employee related problems.
Cherie also holds the position of President of AGS Capital’s SES and SMTT companies. She is responsible for any issues related to staffing the companies as well as completely managing the transportation company.
She is a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), a supporter of Fathers and Families, a member of the Breast Cancer Association, and a member of the Society of Professional Human Resources (SPHR).
Cherie attended Memphis State University. She is a vital member of the community and the Eastern Star Church. Cherie and her husband, Terry, have been residents of Indianapolis, Indiana since 1985, where they are currently raising their son and four daughters.
