CSG Czechoslovak Group launches MSM Group North America Inc. and appoints Jason W. Gaines as CEO
Czechoslovak Group (CSG) has launched MSM Group North America, Inc. and appointed Jason W. Gaines as CEO. This new subsidiary is part of MSM Group, an industrial-technological holding that brings together companies with a long-standing history in the defense industry and operates under CSG. MSM Group specializes in the production and services of medium- and large-caliber ammunition.
Mr. Gaines has over 20 years of experience in the munitions industry, primarily focusing on large and medium-caliber ammunition, artillery, energetics, propulsion, pyrotechnics and demilitarization services. He, along with the company, will be based in St. Petersburg, Florida.
MSM Group North America, Inc. aims to establish itself as a key player within the U.S. Munitions Industrial Base (MIB), providing essential products and services to the U.S. Armed Forces. Through its efforts, the company aims to strengthen the supply base, bolstering the resilience of the MIB, investing in its team and advanced technology, all while ensuring dependable execution and delivery for its customers.
“The launch of MSM Group North America, Inc. is another step forward by CSG to contribute to the stability and growth of the American defense and industrial sectors”, said Michal Strnad, owner and chairman of CSG. “Following CSG’s recent acquisition of The Kinetic Group, we are doubling down on our commitment to the U.S. and supporting its national security interests,” added Mr. Strnad.
“I am absolutely thrilled to have been chosen to lead MSM Group North America, Inc. and to become part of the CSG Group of companies.” said Jason Gaines, MSM Group North America’s CEO. “I am eager to contribute to the expansion and strength of the U.S. Munitions Industrial Base. My aim is to uphold the high standards set by the CSG team and MSM Group through our unwavering commitment to execution, customer partnerships, and investment in people and technology.
Jason W. Gaines Professional Biography
Prior to his new appointment, Mr. Gaines spent over 20 years in various leadership roles at General Dynamics - Ordnance and Tactical Systems to include the role of Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Munition Systems business, overseeing operations across a broad portfolio of munitions programs. Mr. Gaines has a demonstrated track record of partnering with his customers and industry teammates and will seek to do the same for MSM Group North America, Inc. An outspoken advocate for the U.S. Munitions Industrial Base, Mr. Gaines is the chairman of the NDIA Industrial Committee of Ammunition Producers (ICAP).
He was also a long-standing Executive Board of Directors member for the Munitions Industrial Base Task Force (MIBTF), demonstrating his continued commitment to supporting and advancing the U.S. MIB. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Mercer University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Tampa.
