Michael “Casey” Collins is the former Deputy to the Commander of Joint Task Force Civil Support (JTF-CS), headquartered at Fort Eustis, Virginia. When directed, JTF-CS conducts chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear (CBRN) response operations after a CBRN incident; JTF-CS also conducts all-hazards defense support of civil authorities (DSCA) in support of the Lead Federal Agency.  JTF-CS’ mission is to save lives, prevent further injury, and provide temporary critical support to enable community recovery. During his tenure at JTF-CS, Collins led the planning effort for a number of critical projects including U.S. CBRN and medical support for the 2010 Canadian Winter Olympics; furthermore he participated in the response efforts in New York and New Jersey for Super Storm Sandy in 2012 and the COVID-19 Response Mission, which included medical support across 26 states as well as Vaccination Operations spanning 17 states. Most recently Collins and JTF-CS participated in response operations in North Carolina after the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene. Previously, Collins served in the U.S. Navy for 29 years, retiring at the rank of Captain. Notable assignments included squadron command of the VAQ-140 Patriots and VAQ-129 Vikings as well as command of Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads.