Testronic has announced a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, underscoring the company’s commitment to deepening its service capabilities and expanding its leadership bench. Central to these moves is the elevation of Mike Guttman to the role of Vice President of Senior Partnerships, a position that places him at the forefront of cultivating and managing strategic relationships with Testronic’s most important clients.
Mike Guttman arrives with a robust background in the interactive entertainment and outsourcing sectors. Prior to joining Testronic, he spent several years as a client partner at Keywords Studios, where he was responsible for overseeing large‑scale accounts and driving growth across multiple regions.
His experience also includes a tenure as a senior business development manager, during which he honed his skills in identifying market opportunities, negotiating complex contracts, and building long‑lasting partnerships. Guttman’s track record of delivering results in fast‑moving, technology‑driven environments makes him a natural fit for Testronic’s ambitious roadmap.
Supporting Guttman in his new remit is Nicole Closson, who has been appointed Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to broaden commercial coverage and provide dedicated support to partners both locally and globally.
She brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles at Keywords Studios, where she served as an enterprise account executive, and at Unity, where she acted as senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch product lines. In those positions, Closson was instrumental in shaping go‑to‑market strategies, nurturing high‑value relationships, and delivering tailored solutions that aligned with client objectives. Together, Guttman and Closson are expected to reinforce Testronic’s partner‑first philosophy and accelerate revenue growth across the company’s service portfolio. In Europe, the Warsaw office has seen a strategic leadership change with the appointment of Mateusz Kałuża as QA Director.
Kałuża’s career has been built around quality assurance for interactive media, most notably through senior testing roles at Lionbridge Games. He highlighted the unique strengths of the Warsaw hub, noting, "Warsaw brings together deep QA expertise, experience and a real understanding of what developers need from a testing partner." Kałuża emphasized that continued investment in the local team will allow Testronic to blend regional talent with its global network, ensuring consistent delivery standards for partners regardless of geography.
Adding to the senior leadership roster, Lily Guerreiro has joined as Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro’s background includes a stint as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she managed cross‑border initiatives and cultivated relationships with multinational publishers.
Her global perspective and proven ability to navigate complex partnership ecosystems are expected to enhance Testronic’s outreach and strengthen its position in key markets. The company’s Centre of Excellence in Manila also received two pivotal appointments.
Daniel Bowie Soriano steps into the role of Senior QA Manager, bringing extensive hands‑on testing experience and a deep understanding of the Asian market. Alongside him, Ivan Balanay has been named QA Trainer, a role that directly supports Testronic’s investment in the Testronic Academy and the development of the next generation of quality assurance professionals. The Academy aims to combine practical training with cutting‑edge methodologies, ensuring that the organization’s talent pipeline remains robust and future‑ready.
Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald commented on the broader significance of these moves, stating, "Our Centres of Excellence bring together talented people, specialist expertise and leadership, and connect those capabilities across a genuinely global organisation." He further highlighted the strategic importance of the recent investments in New Orleans, Warsaw, and Manila, adding, "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." These leadership changes come on the heels of a major executive reshuffle earlier in the month, when Testronic named Sonia Kerr as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair.
Alongside Kerr, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as CRO, and Samantha Williams took on the position of Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald previously served as a client partner at Keywords Studios, while Williams held the title of Global CRO and head of Europe at Testronic, bringing a deep internal knowledge of the company’s operations and market positioning. Overall, Testronic’s series of senior appointments reflects a deliberate strategy to reinforce its global footprint, enhance service depth, and ensure that each regional hub can operate with a high degree of autonomy while staying aligned with the company’s overarching mission. By integrating seasoned professionals with proven track records in business development, quality assurance, and partnership management, Testronic aims to deliver a seamless, high‑quality experience for developers and publishers seeking reliable testing solutions.
The expanded leadership team is poised to drive innovation, nurture talent, and maintain the company’s reputation as a trusted partner in the ever‑evolving gaming industry.