Testronic has announced a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, signaling a strategic push to deepen its service capabilities and market reach. Central to this wave of leadership changes is the elevation of Mike Guttman to the role of Vice President of Senior Partnerships. Guttman arrives with a robust background in client relationship management, having previously held the position of client partner at Keywords Studios, where he was instrumental in driving growth for a range of entertainment and technology clients. Before that, he served as a senior business development manager, honing his skills in building strategic alliances and expanding revenue streams.
In his new capacity at Testronic, Guttman will oversee the cultivation of senior‑level relationships, ensuring that the company’s partnership model remains both proactive and responsive to the evolving needs of its clientele. Supporting Guttman’s mandate is the addition of Nicole Closson as Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to "further enhance commercial coverage and support partners in the region and worldwide," a statement that underscores Testronic’s intent to provide more granular, localized support while maintaining a cohesive global strategy. Her professional journey includes a tenure at Keywords Studios as an enterprise account executive, where she managed large‑scale accounts and delivered tailored solutions to complex client demands.
She also spent time at Unity, acting as senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch platforms, experiences that equipped her with deep insight into real‑time collaboration tools and the broader interactive media ecosystem. Together, Guttman and Closson are expected to drive a more integrated partnership approach, blending high‑level strategic oversight with hands‑on commercial execution. In Europe, the Warsaw office has welcomed Mateusz Kałuża as its new QA Director. Kałuża brings a wealth of experience from his previous senior testing roles at Lionbridge Games, where he oversaw quality assurance processes for a variety of high‑profile gaming titles.
Speaking about his new role, Kałuża highlighted Warsaw’s unique position: "Warsaw brings together deep QA expertise, experience and a real understanding of what developers need from a testing partner. Our continued investment in the team ensures we grow that expertise locally, fully connect it with Testronic's wider global capabilities and deliver consistently for partners wherever they are based." His appointment reflects Testronic’s commitment to strengthening its European testing hub, leveraging local talent while integrating it with the company’s broader global network. Further bolstering the firm’s partnership portfolio is Lily Guerreiro, who joins as Global Partnerships Senior Manager.
Guerreiro previously served as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she was responsible for expanding the company’s reach across multiple continents and forging cross‑functional collaborations. Her expertise in navigating complex, multinational deals will be pivotal as Testronic seeks to deepen its relationships with both existing and prospective partners across the globe.
The Manila Centre of Excellence, a cornerstone of Testronic’s operational model, has also seen senior talent added to its ranks. Daniel Bowie Soriano steps in as Senior QA Manager, bringing a seasoned perspective on quality assurance leadership. Alongside him, Ivan Balanay has been appointed QA Trainer, a role that directly supports the company’s investment in the Testronic Academy—a training initiative designed to cultivate the next generation of QA professionals. The organization highlighted Balanay’s appointment as a reinforcement of its dedication to building internal expertise: "His appointment further supports our investment in developing the Testronic Academy and building the next generation of QA expertise." Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald articulated the strategic rationale behind these appointments, stating, "Our Centres of Excellence bring together talented people, specialist expertise and leadership, and connect those capabilities across a genuinely global organisation.
The investments we are making in New Orleans, Warsaw and Manila, alongside our presence in London, further strengthen the expertise available to our partners. By continuing to invest in outstanding people, we can deliver an exceptional Player‑Focused, Partner‑First and Outcomes‑Led service to our clients." This comment underscores a broader vision: Testronic is not merely expanding its geographic footprint but is also weaving a tighter fabric of expertise that can be leveraged across markets to deliver consistent, high‑quality outcomes.
The leadership reshuffle follows the recent appointment of Sonia Kerr as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair. In tandem with these changes, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as CRO, and Samantha Williams was named Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald’s background includes a stint as client partner at Keywords Studios, while Williams previously served as Testronic’s global CRO and head of Europe, bringing a deep understanding of both the company’s internal operations and the broader European market. Collectively, these senior appointments illustrate Testronic’s strategic emphasis on building a leadership team that blends industry experience, regional insight, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
By aligning talent across its Centres of Excellence in New Orleans, Warsaw, Manila, and its London hub, the company aims to offer partners a seamless, end‑to‑end service model that is both locally nuanced and globally coordinated. This approach is designed to meet the growing demand for high‑quality, player‑centric testing solutions in an increasingly competitive and fast‑moving entertainment landscape. In summary, Testronic’s recent executive expansions signal a robust investment in human capital and operational excellence. The newly appointed leaders—Mike Guttman, Nicole Closson, Mateusz Kałuża, Lily Guerreiro, Daniel Bowie Soriano, and Ivan Balanay—bring a mix of client‑facing acumen, technical QA mastery, and strategic partnership development.
Their combined expertise is expected to drive Testronic’s mission forward: delivering a player‑focused, partner‑first, outcomes‑led service model that sets a new benchmark for quality assurance in the gaming and interactive media sectors.