Our Team

DOUGLAS FRIESEN, PRESIDENT

Douglas brings over 12 years experience in the staffing industry to QCS. He has recruited
for companies all across Canada. Douglas decided to start working for himself in 2002 and
opened Quality Connect Services. The business has flourished under his leadership to
include both staffing and industrial services.

TED RUSSELL, VICE PRESIDENT

Ted started with QCS in 2004 and has been an integral part of the company's growth. Ted's
background is in transportation, with over over 10 years experience. He has worked as a
driver trainer, owner operator, dispatcher and fleet manager. He is our main contact for
our transportation accounts and manages our day-to-day operations

BLAIR WILEY, SALES MANAGER

Blair has a strong background all aspects of staffing and industrial services. Blair is the QCS
specialist in skilled trades and would be happy to assist you with your needs. He has
managed staffing accounts large and small across Canada and the USA and is an important
part of the QCS team.

GILLES MIRON, RECRUITMENT AND DISPATCH

Gilles is responsible for recruiting, screening and placing our associates with our respective
clients. His background is in transportation and dispatch and his thorough meticulous
nature ensures the right candidate is selected for the right job.

ANNETTE GOODFELLOW, MANAGER - INDUSTRIAL SERVICES

Annette heads up QCS's Industrial Services division. With a strong background in coating
removal, water blasting and paint line management, Annette brings a knowledgeable
straightforward approach to satisfy your needs.

TOM KALMAR, PROJECT MANAGER

Tom is responsible for ensuring that our industrial projects operate smoothly and at
optimum efficiency. He is a Class A certified waterblaster and trainer, licenced
Pipefitter/Fabricator and Millright. He has industrial facility knowledge that is second to
none and will use his experience to make sure your project exceeds your expectations.