John J. Piazza, Sr.

Founder, President and Director

Mr. Piazza opened The Armed Forces Military Museum in 2008 after deciding to make the 3 time award-winning Florida State Fair "mobile" museum a static display in the Pinellas County area.  The museum's mission statement is to educate and preserve our history through the museum's displays, dioramas and educational program. Mr. Piazza served in the United States Marine Corps, is currently a member of the USMCL Morris Dixon Detachment #54 in Clearwater, FL, and is very involved in the USMC's Toy's for Tots program.  Mr. Piazza supports all branches of the military, the personnel and families of our military.  To contact Mr. Piazza, please email him at john@armedforcesmuseum.com.

Enos Burks

Director of Plant Operations

Enos has been with AFMM since the museum's formation in 1996.  Enos played a major role in the "mobile" museum with responsibility for maintaining equipment and displays.  Enos is in charge of the day to day plant operations including the operation and maintenance of all equipment, displays and buildings.  To contact Enos, please e-mail him at info@armedforcesmuseum.com

Dave Marino
Creative Director

Dave is an award-winning artist and has over 35 years in the arts and graphics industry. Dave is in charge of designing all graphics for displays, dioramas and promotional materials for the museum.  To contact Dave, please   e-mail him at dave@armedforcesmuseum.com.

Tammy Perez
Special Events and Volunteer Coordinator

Tammy is a military "brat." Both her brothers currently serve in the military.  She plans and coordinates all special events for the museum, use of the Officer’s Club, and AFMM's participation in local events. Additionally, Tammy is the museum's volunteer coordinator.  To contact Tammy, please e-mail her at tammy@armedforcesmuseum.com. 

William Puckett
Museum Store Manager

 William is the AFMM's museum store manager and brings over 15 years experience with him from the Florida International Museum as the assistant volunteer and education coordinator.  If you need help finding a specialty item, William is your person.  To contact William, please e-mail him at  william@armedforcesmuseum.com. Virtual store coming soon!

Lisa Bosley
Community Outreach Coordinator

Lisa is responsible for the AFMM's community outreach, and awareness for the museum including promoting our educational programs within the school system.  Lisa has her earned her Bachelor of Arts in History from University of Florida.  Contact Lisa if you would like information on any of those programs or how to become a Founding Member, Community Partner or Patriotic Member. To contact Lisa, please e-mail her atlisa@armedforcesmuseum.com.

Frank Correa

Museum Historian and Sr. Docent

Frank is the museums historian and senior docent.  Frank generously volunteers many hours, giving guided tours on Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons.  Frank as the historian also researches and advises the AFMM staff on memorabilia, answers to visitor's questions, and identifies donated artifacts. Frank served in the Gulf War with the 1st United States Marine Corps Division during which he earned several awards.  He is also currently as the Commandant of the Morris F. Dixon Detachment #54, Clearwater, FL.  To contact Frank, please e-mail him at info@armedforcesmuseum.com.

 

Vicky Giesy
Administrative Assistant

Vicky has been with the museum since 2002 and is responsible for general office administration.  She is also responsible for the engraved brick program at the Memorial Walk.  To contact Vicky, , please e-mail her at vicky@armedforcesmuseum.com.