Testronic has announced a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, most notably the elevation of 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, as well as serving as a senior business development manager. In his new capacity, Guttman will be responsible for deepening Testronic’s strategic alliances and expanding the company’s reach within the senior‑partner segment of the gaming and interactive entertainment industry. Supporting Guttman’s efforts, Nicole Closson has been brought on board as a Business Development Manager.
Closson’s mandate is to "further enhance commercial coverage and support partners in the region and worldwide," a statement that reflects Testronic’s ambition to provide more comprehensive, localized service to its client base. Before joining Testronic, Closson accumulated valuable experience at Keywords Studios where she worked as an enterprise account executive, and at Unity, where she functioned as a senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch products. Her blend of enterprise‑level sales expertise and hands‑on knowledge of developer tools positions her well to bridge the gap between technical requirements and business objectives.
In the European hub of Warsaw, the company has promoted Mateusz Kałuża to the position of QA Director. Kałuża brings a wealth of testing expertise from his previous senior testing roles at Lionbridge Games.
Speaking about his new responsibilities, Kałuża emphasized that "Warsaw brings together deep QA expertise, experience and a real understanding of what developers need from a testing partner." He added that the continued investment in the Warsaw team will allow Testronic to grow local capabilities, integrate them with the broader global network, and consistently deliver high‑quality results for partners regardless of their geographic location. Further strengthening the global partnerships function, 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 oversaw large‑scale partnership initiatives across multiple regions. Her role at Testronic will focus on aligning the company’s partnership strategy with evolving market demands, ensuring that the firm remains agile and responsive to the needs of developers and publishers alike.
The Manila Centre of Excellence has also seen senior leadership additions. Daniel Bowie Soriano steps into the role of Senior QA Manager, while Ivan Balanay has been appointed QA Trainer.
Balanay’s appointment is described as a move that "further supports [Testronic’s] investment in developing the Testronic Academy and building the next generation of QA expertise." The Manila hub, recognized for its concentration of skilled QA professionals, will now benefit from enhanced mentorship and training programs designed to raise the overall competency of its testing staff. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald highlighted the strategic importance of these appointments, noting that "Our Centres of Excellence bring together talented people, specialist expertise and leadership, and connect those capabilities across a genuinely global organisation." He further elaborated that the recent investments in New Orleans, Warsaw and Manila—alongside the established presence in London—serve to deepen the pool of expertise available to Testronic’s partners. Fitzgerald stressed that by continuously investing in top‑tier talent, the company can deliver a service model that is "Player‑Focused, Partner‑First and Outcomes‑Led," ensuring that client expectations are not only met but exceeded. These leadership changes come on the heels of a broader executive reshuffle earlier in the month.
Sonia Kerr was appointed Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair. In addition, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as Chief Revenue Officer, while Samantha Williams took on the responsibilities of Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald’s previous experience includes a client partnership role at Keywords Studios, whereas Williams served as Testronic’s global CRO and head of European operations, bringing a deep understanding of both revenue generation and market expansion. Collectively, these appointments underscore Testronic’s commitment to scaling its operational footprint while maintaining a high standard of quality assurance and partnership management.
By positioning seasoned professionals in key regions—New Orleans, Warsaw, Manila, and London—the company aims to create a seamless, globally integrated service offering. This strategic alignment is designed to support developers throughout the entire lifecycle of game development, from early concept testing to post‑launch support, ensuring that each product reaches its audience with optimal performance and player satisfaction.
In summary, Testronic’s recent senior leadership expansions reflect a deliberate strategy to reinforce its global network, deepen expertise across critical markets, and provide a robust, partner‑centric approach to quality assurance. The combined experience of the newly appointed executives—spanning client partnership, business development, QA direction, and training—positions the firm to meet the growing demands of the interactive entertainment industry and to continue delivering exceptional, outcome‑driven services to its worldwide client base.