Who we are
We're TQC, a team of rock stars scattered across 3 continents and united by our mission to change the world with the power of quartz
TQC is a leading mining and mineral processing company that safeguards the entire value chain from extraction to refinement, packaging and testing
Our challenge is to identify unique rock deposits and transform them into the purest form of silica on the planet using a series of proprietary separation techniques.
A legacy of engineering rocks
We’ve accomplished a lot in the past 100 years. From a small family business to our current position as a global leader in high purity quartz, we remain true to our core values of quality, integrity, and innovation. Today, we're proud to continue this legacy by delivering the highest-quality products to customers around the world.
Our commitment to your safety
At TQC, safety is not just a priority – it is in our DNA. Our people are the most important part of the company. We follow the strictest standards that not only meet but often exceed local regulations. We're proud to be an industry leader in workplace safety.
People-driven values
The only areas where we strive for uniformity are product quality and our commitment to the core values: teamwork, innovation, ambition, accountability, fun, and caring for people and the planet. We each bring something valuable to the table. Who we are shapes TQC on a daily basis and leads the way for sustained growth.
Leadership Team
Thomas Guillaume
CEO
Jeffrey Curtis
CFO
Ingrid Dahn
Global HR Director
Cato Lund
Director of Norway Operations
Michael Yarborough
General Manager, United States
Benny Hallam
Vice President of Sales, R&D, Marketing
Robert Kvamme
Technical Director
Kari Moen
Global Quality Director
Rune Bjerke
Director Information Technology
“All of us have one goal: to make the best quality quartz we can and that everyone is on the same page. If you have a team that’s on the same page and moving forward, that’s a good place to be.”- Perry Bundy, Operations Supervisor
