Testronic has announced a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, underscoring the company’s commitment to expanding its leadership bench and deepening its service capabilities. The most prominent addition is Mike Guttman, who has been named Vice President of Senior Partnerships. In this role, Guttman will be responsible for overseeing strategic relationships with key clients and driving growth initiatives across Testronic’s global network. Guttman brings a wealth of experience from his previous positions at Keywords Studios, where he served as a client partner, and from his tenure as a senior business development manager.
His background in cultivating large‑scale partnerships and his deep understanding of the interactive entertainment industry make him a natural fit for steering Testronic’s senior partnership strategy. Joining Guttman in the commercial expansion effort is Nicole Closson, appointed Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to broaden Testronic’s market coverage and provide dedicated support to partners both regionally and worldwide.
Before coming to Testronic, Closson held the role of enterprise account executive at Keywords Studios and later worked at Unity as a senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch products. Her experience in handling enterprise‑level accounts and her familiarity with cutting‑edge collaboration tools will be instrumental in strengthening Testronic’s value proposition for developers seeking robust testing solutions. In the European hub of Warsaw, Testronic has elevated Mateusz Kałuża to the position of QA Director.
Kałuża’s appointment follows an extensive career in quality assurance, most notably his senior testing roles at Lionbridge Games. He emphasized the strategic importance of the Warsaw office, stating, "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." This comment highlights the company’s intention to fuse local talent with its broader international framework, creating a seamless service experience for clients across continents. Adding further depth to the partnership side of the business, Lily Guerreiro has been brought on as Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro previously held the title of Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she was responsible for nurturing cross‑border client relationships and scaling revenue streams.
Her global perspective and proven track record in partnership development are expected to enhance Testronic’s ability to attract and retain high‑profile clients. The Manila Centre of Excellence, a critical node in Testronic’s testing ecosystem, has also seen senior leadership enhancements.
Daniel Bowie Soriano joins the team as Senior QA Manager, while Ivan Balanay steps into the role of QA Trainer. Balanay’s appointment is described as a move to "further support our investment in developing the Testronic Academy and building the next generation of QA expertise." By strengthening the training and mentorship infrastructure in Manila, Testronic aims to cultivate a pipeline of highly skilled quality assurance professionals who can meet the evolving demands of the gaming and interactive media sectors.
Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald commented on the broader strategic picture, noting, "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 underline the company’s philosophy of coupling geographic diversification with deep domain expertise to create a resilient, client‑centric service model.
These leadership changes come on the heels of a significant governance shift earlier in the month, when Testronic announced the appointment of Sonia Kerr as Chief Executive Officer. Kerr succeeds Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair. In addition, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as CRO, and Samantha Williams was named Chief Commercial Officer.
Fitzgerald previously served as a client partner at Keywords Studios, while Williams held the position of global CRO and head of Europe at Testronic, bringing internal continuity and external experience to the executive suite. Collectively, the new appointments signal Testronic’s aggressive push to bolster its operational capacity, enrich its talent pool, and reinforce its market position in the highly competitive QA and localization landscape. By integrating seasoned professionals from industry leaders such as Keywords Studios and Unity, the company is positioning itself to deliver more sophisticated, end‑to‑end testing solutions that align with the fast‑paced evolution of game development technologies.
Looking ahead, Testronic plans to leverage these expanded leadership capabilities to deepen its collaborations with developers, publishers, and technology partners. The focus will be on delivering a "Player‑Focused, Partner‑First, Outcomes‑Led" service model that emphasizes quality, speed, and actionable insights. As the gaming industry continues to grow and diversify—spanning console, PC, mobile, VR, and emerging cloud‑gaming platforms—Testronic’s reinforced executive team is poised to guide the organization through the next phase of innovation and client success.