Testronic has announced a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, underscoring the company’s commitment to strengthening its leadership and service capabilities. Central to these moves is the elevation of Mike Guttman to the role of Vice President of Senior Partnerships.
In his new capacity, Guttman will be responsible for nurturing and expanding relationships with Testronic’s most strategic clients, ensuring that the firm’s partnership model remains both responsive and forward‑looking. Before joining Testronic, Guttman amassed considerable experience in the interactive entertainment services sector.
He previously held the position of client partner at Keywords Studios, where he managed a portfolio of large‑scale accounts and helped drive revenue growth through tailored service offerings. Prior to that, he served as a senior business development manager, honing his skills in market analysis, client acquisition, and cross‑functional collaboration. His deep understanding of the challenges faced by developers and publishers makes him a natural fit for steering Testronic’s senior partnership strategy.
Supporting Guttman’s efforts is the addition of Nicole Closson, who steps into the role of Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to broaden commercial coverage and provide dedicated support to partners both within the region and on a global scale. Her background includes a tenure at Keywords Studios as an enterprise account executive, where she was instrumental in securing multi‑year contracts with major studios.
She also spent time at Unity, acting as senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch platforms, experiences that gave her insight into real‑time collaboration tools and cloud‑based workflows. Together, Guttman and Closson will form a cohesive unit aimed at delivering more nuanced, value‑added services to Testronic’s clientele. In Europe, the Warsaw office has seen a strategic leadership change with the appointment of Mateusz Kałuża as QA Director.
Kałuża arrives from Lionbridge Games, where he occupied senior testing positions and built a reputation for driving quality improvements across a range of titles. Speaking about his new role, Kałuża emphasized Warsaw’s unique position as a hub of deep QA expertise, noting, "The city brings together seasoned professionals who truly understand what developers need from a testing partner.
Our ongoing investment in the local team will allow us to fuse that expertise with Testronic’s global resources, delivering consistent, high‑quality outcomes for partners wherever they operate." Further bolstering the company’s partnership capabilities is Lily Guerreiro, who joins as Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro’s previous experience includes serving as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she led initiatives to expand the firm’s international footprint and fostered relationships with top‑tier publishers. Her global perspective and proven track record in business development are expected to enhance Testronic’s ability to attract and retain high‑value partners.
The Manila Centre of Excellence, a critical node in Testronic’s service network, also welcomed senior talent. Daniel Bowie Soriano has been named Senior QA Manager, bringing with him a wealth of experience in overseeing large‑scale testing operations. Alongside him, Ivan Balanay assumes the role of QA Trainer, a position that aligns with Testronic’s strategic emphasis on cultivating the next generation of quality assurance professionals.
The company highlighted that Balanay’s appointment "further supports our investment in developing the Testronic Academy and building the next generation of QA expertise," reinforcing the firm’s dedication to continuous learning and skill development. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald offered a broader view of the company’s expansion strategy, stating, "Our Centres of Excellence bring together talented people, specialist expertise and leadership, and connect those capabilities across a genuinely global organisation. 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." Fitzgerald’s comments underscore a holistic approach that blends geographic diversification with deep functional expertise. These leadership changes come on the heels of a significant reshuffle at the top of the organization earlier this 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 CRO, while Samantha Williams took on the mantle of 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 European operations, bringing a blend of strategic vision and operational know‑how to her new responsibilities. Collectively, these appointments signal Testronic’s aggressive pursuit of talent and expertise across its global footprint. By integrating seasoned professionals from industry leaders such as Keywords Studios, Unity, Lionbridge Games, and Unity’s own platforms, Testronic aims to deepen its service offering, accelerate innovation, and provide a more robust, partner‑centric experience.
The company’s focus on expanding its Centres of Excellence in strategic locations—New Orleans, Warsaw, Manila, and London—reflects a commitment to delivering localized insight while leveraging a unified, worldwide network. Looking ahead, Testronic’s leadership team is poised to drive growth through a combination of strategic partnership development, enhanced QA processes, and a strong emphasis on talent cultivation. The newly appointed executives will work collaboratively to ensure that the firm remains at the forefront of quality assurance and player‑focused services in the gaming industry, delivering measurable outcomes for developers and publishers alike.