Our TEAM

Peter Palivos is a valued asset in bringing Voice of the Veteran to the masses. His honored years of public service have created strong, action oriented business relationships. His commitment to these relationships is instrumental in the growth and sustainability of Voice of the Veteran.

Peter began working in his father’s shoe repair store, it was there that he observed and quickly realized the importance of a strong work ethic. Applying these values to his own life, Peter has excelled. As an advisor to several key officials at the Federal, State and Local level, Peter will keep Voice of the Veteran one step ahead of Veteran and community needs.

As a U.S. Air Force Veteran, Bob served during the Vietnam Era. He served in the 305th Transportation Squadron and then with the 434th Tactical Fighter Wing.

Bob Maxwell is the founder of Voice of the Veteran.  He has taken his experience and combined it with his passion to help Veterans, which has made “Giving Veterans a Voice” even stronger.

Bob is the former Publisher and Founder of Diabetic Life Magazine. With over twelve years of experience in the magazine and publishing business, Mr. Maxwell grew the Diabetic Life publication from 1500 printed copies for the first issue to over 60,000 printed copies per issue.  The online digital issues topped the 100,000 viewership mark just in the Las Vegas Valley alone. The magazine became known as “What people read for diabetic needs”.

Mr. Maxwell brings the same dedication to Voice of the Veteran with a passion and drive that produces positive results for the Veteran and their Family.

Tami Rouse, RN

As a U.S. Army Veteran, Tami served as a Combat Medic during the Gulf War. Tami graduated from Galveston Community College as a Registered Nurse. She has worked in that field for over 20 years taking care of patients and their families.

Recently she has changed career direction and started her own Medical Practice Management company. She continues to work within the medical community to this day. During this time she has also been assisting Veterans with their Disability Claims.  She is reviewing documents for them as well as providing a complete medical chart review and summary to be added to the Veterans paperwork.  With her combination of vast medical knowledge and experience as a Veteran, she is a great asset to any Veteran needing assistance with their disability claims.

Tami also has a video blog called Tami Time, where she covers women’s issues concerning Veterans and Active Duty members of the military. 

As a U.S. Army Veteran, John served in Vietnam. John Apgar is a former News and Public Affairs Director and Host on KBYU-TV and Executive Producer of Documentaries and Public Affairs Specials for KERA-TV. 

John’s experience includes Public Relations, Account Executive, freelance producer, writer, technical writer, and producer-director of marketing videos, technical training videos, public relations videos, video news releases, TV spots, and television programs.

John is also experienced as a writer and editor with three newspapers and all the major wire services, and as a spokesperson and television host. John has been a senior account executive with one of the largest Public Relations firms in Southern California. His role has included supervising over 50 business accounts.  This work includes developing strategic plans, writing, and supervising a staff of professionals to ensure marketing communications success for companies throughout North America.

Marcel Forestieri
Co-Founder
VP of Entertainment
“Spirit” Director

All too often, Non-Profit Organizations allow themselves to be Ego seduced into becoming self-serving rather than ultimately serving those in need.

Marcel, along with the other team members, are the anchors which help Voice of the Veteran to remain a “Spirit” based organization and centered in its primary directive of helping veterans who cannot help themselves.

Also, with over 50 years’ experience in the entertainment world as an actor, singer, comedian and impersonator, he brings his unique blend of comedy and talent to “The Bob and Marcel Show” as well as all of our live events.