Testronic has undertaken a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, most notably elevating 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 and serving as a senior business development manager.
His extensive experience in forging strategic alliances and driving growth is expected to deepen Testronic’s engagement with existing partners and attract new collaborations. Supporting Guttman’s mandate, Nicole Closson has been brought on board as a Business Development Manager. In this capacity, she will help broaden commercial outreach and provide dedicated assistance to partners both regionally and on a global scale.
Closson’s résumé includes a stint as an enterprise account executive at Keywords Studios, where she managed large‑scale client portfolios, as well as a senior account executive role at Unity, focusing on the Parsec and SyncSketch products. Her proven track record in nurturing enterprise relationships positions her to significantly augment Testronic’s market presence. 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 emphasized the strategic value of Warsaw, noting that the city combines deep quality‑assurance expertise with a nuanced understanding of developers’ expectations from a testing partner.
He added that Testronic’s ongoing investment in the local team will continue to sharpen that expertise, integrate it with the broader global network, and ensure consistent delivery for partners regardless of geographic location. Further strengthening the global partnership function, Lily Guerreiro joins the organization as Global Partnerships Senior Manager.
Guerreiro previously served as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she oversaw cross‑border initiatives and cultivated relationships with major industry players. Her global perspective and experience in scaling partnership programs will be instrumental in aligning Testronic’s services with the evolving needs of game developers and publishers worldwide. The Manila Centre of Excellence has also seen senior talent added to its ranks. Daniel Bowie Soriano steps into the role of Senior QA Manager, bringing a wealth of hands‑on testing experience and leadership acumen.
Working alongside him, Ivan Balanay has been appointed QA Trainer, a move that underscores Testronic’s commitment to developing the next generation of quality‑assurance specialists through its Testronic Academy. Balanay’s appointment is described as a key component of the company’s strategy to nurture internal talent pipelines and elevate overall testing proficiency. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald highlighted the strategic importance of these appointments, stating, "Our Centres of Excellence bring together talented people, specialist expertise and leadership, and connect those capabilities across a genuinely global organisation." He further explained that the recent investments in New Orleans, Warsaw, and Manila, in addition to the established presence in London, collectively enhance the depth and breadth of expertise available to Testronic’s partners. Fitzgerald emphasized that by continuing to invest in top‑tier personnel, the company can deliver a service model that is player‑focused, partner‑first, and outcomes‑led.
The leadership reshuffle extends beyond these recent hires. 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. In conjunction with this change, Michael Fitzgerald was formally introduced as Chief Revenue Officer, while Samantha Williams took on the role of Chief Commercial Officer.
Fitzgerald previously worked as a client partner at Keywords Studios, bringing a strong background in client advocacy and revenue strategy. Williams, before joining Testronic, served as the organization’s global CRO and head of Europe, giving her deep insight into commercial operations across multiple markets. Collectively, these senior appointments signal Testronic’s aggressive push to reinforce its leadership bench and expand its service capabilities.
By drawing talent from industry leaders such as Keywords Studios, Unity, and Lionbridge Games, the company is positioning itself to offer more comprehensive testing solutions, deeper strategic partnerships, and a stronger global footprint. The emphasis on Centres of Excellence in key locations like Manila, Warsaw, and New Orleans reflects a deliberate strategy to combine localized expertise with a unified global approach, ensuring that partners receive consistent, high‑quality support regardless of where they operate. Looking ahead, Testronic’s expanded leadership team is expected to drive forward initiatives that focus on innovative testing methodologies, advanced quality‑assurance training programs, and tighter integration with development pipelines.
The company’s commitment to a "Player‑Focused, Partner‑First and Outcomes‑Led" philosophy suggests that future efforts will prioritize end‑user experience, collaborative partner relationships, and measurable results for clients. With a reinforced executive cadre and a clear investment roadmap, Testronic aims to solidify its position as a premier testing partner in the rapidly evolving gaming and interactive entertainment landscape.