Testronic has recently undertaken a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, signaling a clear commitment to strengthening its leadership and service capabilities. Among the most notable additions is Mike Guttman, who has been brought on board as Vice President of Senior Partnerships. Guttman arrives with a robust background in client relationship management, having previously held the role of client partner at Keywords Studios, as well as serving as a senior business development manager.
His experience in cultivating strategic alliances and driving growth is expected to play a pivotal role in expanding Testronic’s senior‑level collaborations with game developers and publishing partners. Supporting Guttman in this strategic push is Nicole Closson, who joins the team as Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to deepen commercial coverage and provide enhanced support to partners both regionally and on a global scale.
Prior to her new position, she built a solid track record at Keywords Studios as an enterprise account executive, and later at Unity, where she worked as a senior account executive handling accounts for Parsec and SyncSketch. Her familiarity with enterprise‑level negotiations and her insight into the needs of large‑scale development studios are expected to complement Guttman’s senior partnership initiatives.
In the European hub of Warsaw, Testronic has promoted Mateusz Kałuża to the role of QA Director. Kałuża brings extensive experience from his previous senior testing positions at Lionbridge Games, where he honed his expertise in quality assurance processes for interactive entertainment. Speaking about the appointment, Kałuża highlighted Warsaw’s unique position as a centre of deep QA knowledge, emphasizing the city’s strong understanding of what developers require from a testing partner.
He added that continued investment in the local team will allow Testronic to weave this expertise into its broader, global service network, ensuring consistent, high‑quality delivery for partners regardless of their geographic location. The company’s global partnership capabilities are further bolstered by the addition of Lily Guerreiro, who steps into the role of Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro previously served as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she was responsible for cultivating and managing relationships with major industry players worldwide. Her global perspective and proven ability to drive cross‑border collaborations are expected to enhance Testronic’s outreach and partnership strategy.
Testronic’s Centre of Excellence in Manila has also 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 appointment is described as a key element in Testronic’s ongoing investment in the Testronic Academy, an internal program aimed at nurturing the next generation of QA professionals. By strengthening training and mentorship capabilities, the Manila centre is positioned to deliver cutting‑edge testing services while also cultivating a pipeline of skilled specialists.
Michael Fitzgerald, the company’s Chief Revenue Officer, underscored the strategic importance of these appointments. He noted that the Centres of Excellence – located in New Orleans, Warsaw, and Manila – bring together talented individuals, specialized expertise, and strong leadership.
By linking these regional strengths to Testronic’s truly global organization, the firm can offer a seamless, high‑impact service model to its clients. Fitzgerald emphasized that the investments in people and infrastructure enable the company to provide a "Player‑Focused, Partner‑First, and Outcomes‑Led" approach, ensuring that the end‑user experience remains at the heart of every testing engagement. The leadership reshuffle does not stop there.
Earlier in the month, Testronic announced the appointment of Sonia Kerr as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair. Alongside Kerr’s promotion, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as CRO, and Samantha Williams was named Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald’s background includes a tenure as a client partner at Keywords Studios, while Williams previously served as Testronic’s global CRO and head of European operations, bringing deep commercial insight and operational expertise to her new role. Collectively, these strategic hires and promotions reflect Testronic’s broader ambition to deepen its expertise, expand its geographic footprint, and deliver a consistently high standard of quality assurance services to the gaming industry.
By investing in seasoned leaders across key markets, the company aims to fuse localized knowledge with its global network, thereby offering partners a more integrated, responsive, and results‑driven testing experience. The combined effect of these moves is expected to reinforce Testronic’s position as a trusted partner for developers seeking rigorous, player‑centric quality assurance solutions worldwide.