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. Central to the announcement is the elevation of Mike Guttman to the role of Vice President of Senior Partnerships, a position that places him at the forefront of the firm’s strategic relationship initiatives. Mike Guttman arrives at Testronic with a robust background in client‑focused roles. Prior to joining, he spent several years as a client partner at Keywords Studios, where he was responsible for nurturing large‑scale accounts and driving growth across multiple market segments.
He also held a senior business development manager position, honing his ability to identify new opportunities, craft tailored solutions, and align service delivery with client objectives. In his new capacity at Testronic, Guttman will be charged with strengthening existing senior partnerships, forging new high‑value relationships, and ensuring that the company’s portfolio of services continues to meet the evolving demands of game developers and publishers worldwide. Supporting Guttman’s efforts is Nicole Closson, who steps into the role of Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to broaden commercial coverage and provide additional support to partners both regionally and on a global scale.
Her professional journey includes a stint as an enterprise account executive at Keywords Studios, where she managed complex, multi‑year contracts for major industry players. She later moved to Unity, serving as a senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch products, where she gained valuable insight into the collaborative tools that are increasingly integral to modern game development pipelines. With this blend of experience, Closson is well‑positioned to amplify Testronic’s market reach and deliver a more nuanced, responsive service offering to its clientele.
In the European hub of Warsaw, Testronic has appointed Mateusz Kałuża as QA Director. Kałuża brings a wealth of senior testing experience from his previous tenure at Lionbridge Games, where he oversaw large‑scale quality assurance projects for a variety of platforms. He highlighted 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." His appointment signals a deliberate effort to cement Warsaw as a central node for Testronic’s testing excellence, leveraging local talent while integrating it with the company’s broader international network.
Further strengthening the global partnership team, Lily Guerreiro joins as Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro previously served as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she managed cross‑border relationships and helped expand the firm’s footprint in emerging markets. Her expertise in navigating cultural and regulatory differences will be instrumental as Testronic seeks to deepen its ties with partners across North America, Europe, and Asia.
The Manila Centre of Excellence also sees new senior leadership. Daniel Bowie Soriano steps into the role of Senior QA Manager, bringing a hands‑on approach to overseeing testing operations and ensuring that quality standards are consistently met across all projects.
Complementing Soriano’s appointment, Ivan Balanay has been named QA Trainer. Balanay’s role is pivotal for the development of the Testronic Academy, an internal training initiative aimed at cultivating the next generation of QA professionals.
The company noted that his appointment "further supports our investment in developing the Testronic Academy and building the next generation of QA expertise," emphasizing the firm’s long‑term commitment to talent development. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald commented on the broader strategic implications of these hires: "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 aligning people, process, and technology to create a seamless, player‑centric service model.
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 CRO, while Samantha Williams took on the responsibilities of Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald’s background includes a client partner role at Keywords Studios, providing him with deep insight into the client‑service dynamic, whereas Williams previously served as Testronic’s global CRO and head of Europe, bringing extensive commercial acumen to her new position.
Collectively, these appointments illustrate Testronic’s strategic emphasis on building a leadership team with diverse, cross‑industry experience. By integrating talent from leading firms such as Keywords Studios, Unity, and Lionbridge Games, the company aims to enhance its service portfolio, expand its geographic reach, and reinforce its reputation as a premier provider of quality assurance and localization services for the interactive entertainment sector.
The expanded senior team is expected to drive forward Testronic’s mission of delivering high‑quality, player‑focused outcomes, while fostering stronger, more collaborative relationships with partners worldwide.