Testronic has undertaken a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, most notably naming Mike Guttman as Vice President of Senior Partnerships. Guttman arrives with a robust background in client partnership and business development, having previously held the role of client partner at Keywords Studios and serving as a senior business development manager in earlier positions.
His extensive experience in nurturing client relationships and driving growth is expected to bolster Testronic’s strategic outreach and deepen its engagement with existing and prospective partners. Supporting Guttman in this expansion is Nicole Closson, who steps into the role of Business Development Manager.
Closson’s mandate is to broaden commercial coverage and provide dedicated support to partners both regionally and on a global scale. Prior to joining Testronic, she built a strong track record at Keywords Studios as an enterprise account executive, and she also contributed to Unity as a senior account executive focused on the Parsec and SyncSketch product lines. Her dual exposure to large‑scale enterprise accounts and cutting‑edge interactive technology equips her to navigate the complex needs of Testronic’s diverse client base.
In the company’s Warsaw hub, Mateusz Kałuża has been promoted to QA Director after a series of senior testing assignments at Lionbridge Games. Kałuża highlighted Warsaw’s reputation as a centre of deep quality‑assurance expertise, emphasizing that the city’s talent pool possesses a nuanced understanding of what developers require from a testing partner. He explained that Testronic’s ongoing investment in the local team is designed to nurture this expertise, integrate it with the broader global capabilities of the firm, and ensure consistent delivery for partners regardless of their geographic location.
Lily Guerreiro also joins the senior leadership cadre as Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro previously served as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she honed her skills in forging cross‑border collaborations and scaling partnership initiatives. Her appointment signals Testronic’s intent to unify its partnership strategy under a seasoned leader capable of aligning global objectives with regional execution. The Manila Centre of Excellence has likewise seen senior talent added to its ranks.
Daniel Bowie Soriano has been appointed Senior QA Manager, while Ivan Balanay takes on the role of QA Trainer. Balanay’s addition is framed as a reinforcement of Testronic’s commitment to the Testronic Academy, an internal program aimed at cultivating the next generation of QA professionals. By investing in training and mentorship, the company seeks to maintain a pipeline of highly skilled testers who can meet the evolving demands of the gaming and interactive media sectors. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald underscored the strategic importance of these appointments, noting that the Centres of Excellence unite skilled personnel, specialized knowledge, and strong leadership, and then link these assets across a truly global organization.
He emphasized that the recent financial and human‑resource investments in New Orleans, Warsaw, and Manila—alongside the established presence in London—serve to amplify the expertise available to Testronic’s partners. Fitzgerald articulated a vision of delivering an "exceptional Player‑Focused, Partner‑First, and Outcomes‑Led" service model, one that relies on top‑tier talent and a seamless global network. These leadership changes come on the heels of a broader executive reshuffle earlier in the month, when Testronic announced Sonia Kerr as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair. In the same announcement, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as CRO, and Samantha Williams was named Chief Commercial Officer.
Fitzgerald’s background includes a stint as a client partner at Keywords Studios, while Williams previously held the position of Global CRO and head of Europe at Testronic, bringing deep institutional knowledge to her new role. Collectively, these appointments reflect Testronic’s strategic emphasis on strengthening its leadership pipeline, expanding its geographic reach, and reinforcing its commitment to quality assurance excellence.
By bringing in seasoned professionals with proven track records in client partnership, business development, and QA management, the company aims to enhance its service delivery, foster innovation, and sustain growth in a competitive market. The expanded senior team is poised to drive forward Testronic’s mission of providing high‑quality, player‑centric testing solutions while maintaining a partner‑first ethos that prioritizes client success and measurable outcomes.