Testronic has undertaken a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, most notably naming Mike Guttman as Vice President of Senior Partnerships. Guttman's background includes a tenure as a client partner at Keywords Studios, where he cultivated strong relationships with major publishers, and a prior role as a senior business development manager, giving him a solid foundation in driving growth and strategic alliances.
Supporting Guttman's efforts, Nicole Closson has been brought on board as Business Development Manager. In her new capacity, Closson will broaden commercial outreach and provide targeted assistance to partners both regionally and on a global scale.
Before joining Testronic, she held an enterprise account executive position at Keywords Studios, managing large‑scale accounts, and served as a senior account executive for Parsec and SyncSketch at Unity, where she honed her skills in negotiating complex contracts and delivering value‑added services. In the Polish hub, Mateusz Kałuża has stepped into the role of QA Director after a distinguished career in senior testing positions at Lionbridge Games.
Kałuża emphasized the strategic importance of Warsaw, noting, "The city combines deep quality‑assurance expertise, seasoned experience, and a genuine understanding of what developers require from a testing partner." He added that ongoing investment in the local team will allow Testronic to integrate Warsaw’s capabilities with its broader global network, ensuring consistent delivery for clients regardless of geography. Lily Guerreiro also joins the leadership roster as Global Partnerships Senior Manager.
Her previous experience includes serving as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she oversaw cross‑regional partnership initiatives and helped expand the company's market presence. The Manila Centre of Excellence has seen parallel senior appointments.
Daniel Bowie Soriano has been named Senior QA Manager, bringing a wealth of technical knowledge and leadership to the team. He will work closely with Ivan Balanay, who has taken on the role of QA Trainer. Balanay’s appointment is described as a key element in Testronic’s commitment to growing the Testronic Academy and nurturing the next generation of QA talent. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald highlighted the strategic value of these Centres of Excellence, stating, "Our Centres of Excellence bring together talented people, specialist expertise and leadership, and connect those capabilities across a genuinely global organisation." He further explained that the recent investments in New Orleans, Warsaw, and Manila, in addition to the established presence in London, serve to augment the pool of expertise available to Testronic’s partners.
By continuing to invest in top‑tier talent, the company aims to deliver a service model that is player‑focused, partner‑first, and outcomes‑led. 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 conjunction with Kerr’s appointment, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as Chief Revenue Officer, while Samantha Williams was named Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald previously worked as a client partner at Keywords Studios, bringing extensive client‑facing experience to his new role. Williams, before joining Testronic, served as the company’s global CRO and head of Europe, providing her with a deep understanding of the company’s commercial strategy and European market dynamics.
The cumulative effect of these appointments is a reinforced leadership structure designed to support Testronic’s ambitious growth trajectory. By integrating seasoned professionals from industry‑leading firms such as Keywords Studios, Unity, and Lionbridge Games, Testronic is positioning itself to offer more comprehensive testing solutions, faster turnaround times, and a higher degree of customization for its clients.
The strategic focus on expanding expertise in key locations—New Orleans, Warsaw, Manila, and London—ensures that the company can meet the evolving demands of game developers and publishers worldwide. Looking ahead, Testronic plans to leverage its expanded senior team to deepen relationships with existing partners, attract new business opportunities, and continue innovating within the quality assurance space. The company’s commitment to building robust Centres of Excellence underscores its dedication to fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development, which is expected to translate into higher quality deliverables and stronger client satisfaction across all markets.