Testronic has announced a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, underscoring the company’s commitment to strengthening its leadership bench and expanding its service capabilities. Central to the announcement is the elevation of Mike Guttman to the role of Vice President of Senior Partnerships.
In this capacity, Guttman will spearhead the cultivation of strategic relationships with Testronic’s most significant clients, ensuring that the firm’s senior‑level support aligns with the evolving needs of the gaming and interactive entertainment sectors. Guttman arrives with a robust background in client‑facing roles. Prior to joining Testronic, he served as a client partner at Keywords Studios, where he was responsible for managing large‑scale accounts and driving growth through tailored service offerings. He also held the position of senior business development manager, a role that honed his ability to identify market opportunities, negotiate complex contracts, and deliver value‑added solutions.
This blend of experience positions him well to oversee senior partnerships and to act as a trusted advisor to Testronic’s most strategic customers. Complementing Guttman’s appointment is the addition of Nicole Closson, who will take on the responsibilities of Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to broaden commercial coverage and to provide dedicated support to partners both regionally and on a global scale.
She brings a wealth of experience from her previous tenure at Keywords Studios, where she excelled as an enterprise account executive, and from her time at Unity, where she served as senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch products. Her deep understanding of enterprise sales cycles and her track record of nurturing long‑term client relationships will be instrumental in expanding Testronic’s market reach.
In the company’s Warsaw hub, Mateusz Kałuża has been promoted to QA Director after a distinguished career in senior testing positions at Lionbridge Games. Kałuża emphasized the strategic importance of the Warsaw office, noting that the region combines deep quality‑assurance expertise with an acute awareness of what developers require from a testing partner. He highlighted that ongoing investment in the local team will not only deepen that expertise but also integrate it seamlessly with Testronic’s broader global capabilities, ensuring consistent delivery for partners regardless of their geographic location.
Further bolstering the global partnership team, Lily Guerreiro has joined as Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro previously held the role of Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she was responsible for driving cross‑border collaborations and scaling business initiatives across multiple markets. Her experience in orchestrating global partnership strategies will be valuable as Testronic seeks to deepen its relationships with leading studios and technology providers worldwide.
The Manila Centre of Excellence has also seen senior talent added to its ranks. Daniel Bowie Soriano has been appointed Senior QA Manager, bringing extensive hands‑on testing experience and a proven ability to lead large QA teams.
Alongside him, Ivan Balanay has taken on the role of QA Trainer, a position that supports Testronic’s investment in the Testronic Academy and the development of the next generation of quality‑assurance professionals. Balanay’s appointment reflects the company’s dedication to cultivating internal expertise and delivering high‑quality training that aligns with industry standards. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald commented on the significance 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 added that the strategic investments in New Orleans, Warsaw, and Manila—combined with an established presence in London—enhance 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 explained.
These leadership changes follow a broader executive reshuffle earlier in the month, when Testronic named Sonia Kerr as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair. Alongside Kerr, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as Chief Revenue Officer, while Samantha Williams was appointed Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald’s background includes a client partnership role at Keywords Studios, and Williams previously served as Testronic’s global CRO and head of Europe, bringing a comprehensive understanding of both commercial strategy and regional market dynamics.
Collectively, these appointments signal Testronic’s strategic focus on expanding its leadership depth, enhancing its global service delivery, and reinforcing its commitment to partner success. By integrating seasoned professionals with diverse backgrounds in client partnership, business development, quality assurance, and training, Testronic aims to provide a seamless, high‑quality experience for developers seeking reliable testing and localization services.
The company’s continued investment in talent across its key hubs—New Orleans, Warsaw, Manila, and London—positions it to meet the growing demands of the interactive entertainment industry, delivering outcomes that prioritize player satisfaction and partner value.