Testronic has undertaken a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, signaling a strategic push to deepen its service capabilities and market reach. Central to this initiative is the appointment of Mike Guttman as 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, where he was responsible for nurturing large‑scale accounts and driving revenue growth. Prior to that, he served as a senior business development manager, gaining extensive experience in forging strategic alliances and expanding market presence.
In his new capacity at Testronic, Guttman will oversee the cultivation of senior‑level relationships with key partners, ensuring that the company’s testing and quality‑assurance services align closely with the evolving needs of its client base. Supporting Guttman in expanding the commercial footprint is Nicole Closson, who steps into the role of Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to broaden commercial coverage and provide dedicated support to partners both regionally and globally. Her career trajectory includes a tenure at Keywords Studios as an enterprise account executive, where she managed complex, high‑value contracts, as well as a position at Unity, where she acted as senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch products.
This blend of experience in both gaming and enterprise software equips her with a nuanced understanding of the diverse challenges faced by Testronic’s clientele. In the European hub of Warsaw, the company has promoted Mateusz Kałuża to the position of QA Director.
Kałuża brings a deep well of testing expertise, having previously held senior testing roles at Lionbridge Games. He emphasizes 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." Under his leadership, the Warsaw team is expected to integrate more tightly with Testronic’s global network, delivering consistent, high‑quality testing outcomes across a variety of platforms and genres. Further strengthening the global partnership function, Lily Guerreiro joins as Global Partnerships Senior Manager.
Guerreiro’s prior role as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios gave her a panoramic view of the international gaming market, allowing her to identify growth opportunities and foster cross‑border collaborations. Her addition to Testronic’s leadership cadre underscores the company’s commitment to building a cohesive, worldwide partnership strategy.
The Manila Centre of Excellence also sees senior talent added to its ranks. Daniel Bowie Soriano is appointed Senior QA Manager, bringing a wealth of hands‑on testing experience and a proven track record of leading large‑scale QA projects. Working alongside him is Ivan Balanay, who steps into the role of QA Trainer.
Balanay’s appointment is described as a key component of Testronic’s investment in the Testronic Academy, an internal training initiative aimed at cultivating the next generation of QA professionals. The Academy focuses on up‑skilling staff in the latest testing methodologies, automation tools, and industry best practices, ensuring that the Manila team remains at the forefront of technological advancement.
Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald highlighted the strategic significance of these appointments, 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." This statement reflects Testronic’s broader philosophy of aligning its human capital investments with the goal of delivering measurable value to game developers and publishers. The leadership reshuffle follows a recent change at the helm of the company.
Earlier this month, Sonia Kerr was appointed Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair. This shift marks a new chapter for Testronic, with Kerr expected to steer the organization toward further expansion and innovation in the quality‑assurance space. Additionally, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as CRO, while Samantha Williams took on the role of Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald’s background as a client partner at Keywords Studios and Williams’ experience as Testronic’s global CRO and head of Europe position them well to drive revenue growth and commercial strategy across all regions.
Collectively, these senior appointments illustrate Testronic’s deliberate strategy to reinforce its leadership pipeline, deepen expertise in key geographic locations, and enhance its ability to serve a rapidly evolving gaming industry. By integrating seasoned professionals with diverse backgrounds in client partnership, business development, and quality assurance, Testronic aims to provide a seamless, high‑quality testing experience that supports developers from concept through launch and beyond. The company’s emphasis on building robust Centres of Excellence—particularly in New Orleans, Warsaw, Manila, and London—ensures that it can tap into local talent pools while maintaining a unified global service offering.
As the gaming market continues to expand, Testronic’s reinforced leadership team is poised to deliver the strategic guidance and operational excellence needed to meet the heightened expectations of both developers and players worldwide.