Testronic has announced a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, signaling a strategic push to deepen its service capabilities and market reach. The most prominent addition is Mike Guttman, who has been named Vice President of Senior Partnerships. Guttman arrives with a robust background in client relationship management, having previously held the role of client partner at Keywords Studios. In that capacity, he was responsible for cultivating and expanding key accounts, driving revenue growth, and ensuring that client expectations were consistently met or exceeded.
Prior to his tenure at Keywords Studios, Guttman also served as a senior business development manager, where he honed his skills in market analysis, partnership negotiation, and strategic planning. His blend of experience in both client‑facing and business development functions positions him well to lead Testronic’s senior partnership initiatives on a global scale. Supporting Guttman in expanding the company’s commercial footprint is Nicole Closson, who joins as Business Development Manager.
Closson’s mandate is to "further enhance commercial coverage and support partners in the region and worldwide." She brings a wealth of experience from her previous roles at Keywords Studios, where she worked as an enterprise account executive, and at Unity, where she served as senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch products. In those positions, Closson was instrumental in securing large‑scale contracts, managing complex sales cycles, and delivering tailored solutions that aligned with the strategic objectives of her clients. Her addition to the Testronic team is expected to strengthen the company’s ability to identify new business opportunities and to nurture existing relationships across multiple continents.
In Europe, the Warsaw office sees a notable leadership change with the appointment of Mateusz Kałuża as QA Director. Kałuża’s career has been rooted in quality assurance, most recently occupying senior testing roles at Lionbridge Games.
He emphasizes the strategic importance of the Warsaw hub: "Warsaw brings together deep QA expertise, experience and a real understanding of what developers need from a testing partner. Our continued investment in the team ensures we grow that expertise locally, fully connect it with Testronic's wider global capabilities and deliver consistently for partners wherever they are based." Under his direction, the Warsaw team will focus on integrating local talent with Testronic’s broader global network, ensuring that testing services are both high‑quality and aligned with the specific needs of game developers and other technology clients. Adding to the senior leadership roster is Lily Guerreiro, who steps into the role of Global Partnerships Senior Manager.
Guerreiro’s background includes a stint as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she oversaw the expansion of partnership programs across multiple regions. Her expertise in building cross‑border collaborations and her deep understanding of the gaming and interactive media sectors will be valuable assets as Testronic seeks to broaden its partnership ecosystem. The Manila Centre of Excellence also receives a boost in senior staffing.
Daniel Bowie Soriano joins as Senior QA Manager, bringing extensive experience in quality assurance leadership. He will work closely with Ivan Balanay, who has been appointed QA Trainer. Balanay’s role is highlighted as a key component of Testronic’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of QA talent: "His appointment further supports our investment in developing the Testronic Academy and building the next generation of QA expertise." Together, Soriano and Balanay will oversee the training, mentorship, and operational excellence of the Manila team, ensuring that the centre continues to serve as a benchmark for testing standards in the region. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald commented on the broader strategic implications of these appointments: "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 remarks underscore the company’s philosophy of combining localized expertise with a unified global service model, aiming to provide clients with consistent, high‑quality outcomes regardless of geography. These leadership changes follow a recent reshuffle at the very top of the company. Earlier this month, Testronic appointed Sonia Kerr as 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, and Samantha Williams took on the role of Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald previously served as a client partner at Keywords Studios, bringing a deep understanding of client needs and industry trends, while Williams had been Testronic’s global CRO and head of Europe, providing her with extensive experience in commercial strategy and market expansion.
Overall, Testronic’s series of senior appointments reflects a deliberate strategy to reinforce its leadership pipeline, expand its geographic footprint, and enhance its service offerings. By integrating seasoned professionals from leading industry players such as Keywords Studios and Unity, the company aims to deliver more comprehensive, player‑centric solutions to its partners. The emphasis on Centres of Excellence in New Orleans, Warsaw, Manila, and London illustrates a commitment to building localized hubs of expertise that can operate in concert with one another, delivering consistent quality and innovative testing methodologies across the global market. As these new leaders settle into their roles, stakeholders can anticipate a period of accelerated growth, deeper client engagement, and continued investment in talent development throughout the organization.