Testronic has undertaken a broad series of senior-level appointments across its worldwide operations, signalling a strategic push to deepen its leadership bench and expand its service capabilities. Among the most notable additions is Mike Guttman, who has been elevated 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, as well as serving as a senior business development manager. In his new capacity, Guttman will be responsible for cultivating high‑level relationships with key partners, overseeing strategic initiatives, and ensuring that Testronic’s service offerings align closely with the evolving needs of its global clientele.
Supporting Guttman’s efforts, Nicole Closson has been brought on board as a Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to broaden commercial coverage and provide dedicated support to partners both within the region and on a worldwide scale.
Her prior experience includes a stint as an enterprise account executive at Keywords Studios, where she managed large‑scale client portfolios, and a role at Unity as senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch products. This blend of enterprise‑level sales expertise and deep familiarity with the gaming and interactive media sectors equips her to drive growth and foster stronger ties with existing and prospective partners.
In the European hub of Warsaw, the company has appointed Mateusz Kałuża as its new QA Director. Kałuża brings a wealth of experience from senior testing positions at Lionbridge Games, where he honed his skills in quality assurance, test strategy, and team leadership. Speaking about his new role, Kałuża emphasized Warsaw’s strategic importance: "The city combines deep QA know‑how, extensive industry experience, and a genuine grasp of what developers expect from a testing partner. Our ongoing investment in the local team allows us to nurture that expertise, integrate it seamlessly with Testronic’s broader global network, and consistently deliver high‑quality outcomes for partners wherever they operate." His leadership is expected to reinforce Testronic’s reputation for rigorous testing standards and to accelerate the delivery of reliable, player‑focused products.
Further strengthening the global partnership function, Lily Guerreiro has joined as Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro previously served as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she was instrumental in forging cross‑border collaborations and scaling business operations. In her new role, she will oversee the coordination of partnership initiatives across multiple markets, ensuring that Testronic’s services are tailored to the specific demands of diverse regions while maintaining a cohesive global strategy.
The Manila Centre of Excellence, a cornerstone of Testronic’s testing capabilities in Asia, has also seen senior appointments. Daniel Bowie Soriano steps into the position of Senior QA Manager, bringing extensive hands‑on experience in quality assurance processes and team mentorship. Working alongside him, Ivan Balanay has been named QA Trainer, a role that directly supports the company’s commitment to developing the next generation of QA talent through the Testronic Academy. The Academy aims to cultivate specialized skills, promote best practices, and create a pipeline of highly qualified professionals capable of meeting the increasingly complex testing requirements of modern games and interactive experiences.
Michael Fitzgerald, the Chief Revenue Officer, highlighted the strategic significance of these appointments: "Our Centres of Excellence bring together talented individuals, specialist expertise, and strong leadership, and they link these capabilities across a truly global organization." He added that the recent investments in New Orleans, Warsaw, and Manila, together with the established presence in London, serve to broaden the depth and breadth of expertise available to Testronic’s partners. "By continuing to invest in outstanding people, we can deliver an exceptional Player‑Focused, Partner‑First, and Outcomes‑Led service to our clients," Fitzgerald asserted. These leadership changes follow a recent reshuffle at the highest level of the company. Earlier this 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 transition, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as CRO, while Samantha Williams took on the role of Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald’s background includes a tenure as a client partner at Keywords Studios, giving him valuable insight into client management and service delivery. Williams, previously Testronic’s global CRO and head of Europe, brings a deep understanding of commercial strategy and market expansion.
Collectively, these appointments underscore Testronic’s commitment to reinforcing its leadership talent pool, expanding its geographic footprint, and enhancing its service portfolio. By integrating seasoned professionals with proven track records in business development, quality assurance, and partnership management, the company aims to deliver more nuanced, high‑quality testing solutions that meet the dynamic expectations of developers and publishers worldwide.
The strategic focus on nurturing talent through initiatives like the Testronic Academy, combined with targeted investments in key locations, positions Testronic to remain a leading partner for studios seeking reliable, player‑centric testing services in an increasingly competitive market.