Testronic has announced a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, signaling a strategic push to reinforce its leadership and service capabilities. Central to this wave of promotions is the elevation of Mike Guttman to the role of Vice President of Senior Partnerships. Guttman arrives with a robust background in client relationship management, having previously held the position of client partner at Keywords Studios, where he was responsible for nurturing large‑scale accounts and driving growth initiatives. Prior to that, he served as a senior business development manager, gaining extensive experience in identifying market opportunities and forging strategic alliances.
In his new capacity at Testronic, Guttman will oversee the cultivation of senior‑level collaborations, ensuring that the company’s partnership framework aligns with the evolving needs of its global client base. Supporting Guttman’s mandate is the addition of Nicole Closson as Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to "further enhance commercial coverage and support partners in the region and worldwide," a directive that reflects Testronic’s ambition to broaden its market reach. Closson brings a wealth of experience from her tenure at Keywords Studios, where she excelled as an enterprise account executive, managing complex, high‑value contracts.
She also spent time at Unity, serving as a senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch product lines, where she honed her skills in technology‑focused sales and client advocacy. Her combined expertise in enterprise sales and gaming technology positions her to effectively bridge the gap between Testronic’s service offerings and the strategic objectives of its partners. In the European hub of Warsaw, the company has appointed Mateusz Kałuża as QA Director.
Kałuża arrives after a distinguished career at Lionbridge Games, where he occupied several senior testing positions and developed a reputation for delivering rigorous quality assurance processes. Speaking about his new role, Kałuża emphasized the unique strengths of the Warsaw office: "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 leadership is expected to unify local talent with Testronic’s broader global QA strategy, creating a seamless service experience for developers across continents. Further strengthening the partnership division, Lily Guerreiro has been brought on as Global Partnerships Senior Manager.
Guerreiro’s previous role as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios gave her a panoramic view of the international gaming services market, where she successfully launched cross‑border initiatives and cultivated relationships with major publishers. Her global perspective will be instrumental in scaling Testronic’s partnership model and ensuring that the company remains responsive to the shifting dynamics of the industry. The Manila Centre of Excellence, a critical node in Testronic’s global delivery network, also sees senior talent added to its ranks.
Daniel Bowie Soriano has been appointed Senior QA Manager, bringing a deep technical acumen and a track record of leading large‑scale testing projects. Working alongside him is Ivan Balanay, who steps into the role of QA Trainer. Balanay’s appointment "further supports [Testronic's] investment in developing the Testronic Academy and building the next generation of QA expertise," as stated by the company. His responsibilities will include designing curriculum, mentoring junior testers, and ensuring that the academy’s output meets the high standards expected by Testronic’s clientele.
Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald highlighted the strategic importance of these appointments, noting that "Our Centres of Excellence bring together talented people, specialist expertise and leadership, and connect those capabilities across a genuinely global organisation." He underscored that the recent investments in New Orleans, Warsaw and Manila, combined with an established presence in London, are designed to "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." This vision reflects a holistic approach where geographic diversification and talent acquisition go hand in hand to enhance service delivery. The leadership reshuffle also includes broader executive changes. Earlier this month, Sonia Kerr was appointed Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair.
Alongside Kerr, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as Chief Revenue Officer, while Samantha Williams took on the position of Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald’s background includes a stint as client partner at Keywords Studios, providing him with deep insights into client management and revenue generation. Williams, previously Testronic’s global CRO and head of Europe, brings extensive experience in commercial strategy and market expansion.
Collectively, these appointments illustrate Testronic’s commitment to building a leadership team that combines industry experience, regional expertise, and a forward‑looking mindset. By integrating seasoned professionals from leading gaming and technology firms, the company aims to deliver more nuanced, high‑quality testing solutions that align with the expectations of modern game developers and publishers. The expanded senior leadership is expected to drive innovation, streamline operations across the Centres of Excellence, and reinforce Testronic’s reputation as a trusted partner in the global gaming ecosystem.