Testronic has announced a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, underscoring the company’s commitment to expanding its leadership bench and strengthening its service offering. Central to the announcement is the elevation of Mike Guttman to the role of Vice President of Senior Partnerships, a position that will see him spearheading strategic relationships with key clients and partners on a global scale. Guttman arrives at Testronic with a robust background in client‑facing roles within the interactive entertainment services sector. Prior to joining Testronic, he held the title of Client Partner at Keywords Studios, where he was responsible for nurturing large‑scale accounts and driving revenue growth across multiple regions.
He also spent several years as a Senior Business Development Manager, honing his ability to identify market opportunities, negotiate complex contracts, and align service delivery with client expectations. In his new capacity, Guttman will leverage this experience to deepen existing collaborations and forge new alliances that support Testronic’s ambition to become the preferred testing partner for developers worldwide. Supporting Guttman’s initiatives is Nicole Closson, who has been appointed Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to broaden commercial coverage and provide dedicated support to partners both within the region and across Testronic’s global network.
Her prior experience includes a stint as an Enterprise Account Executive at Keywords Studios, where she managed high‑value accounts and delivered tailored solutions for large development studios. She also served as a Senior Account Executive at Unity, representing the Parsec and SyncSketch products, which gave her insight into real‑time collaboration tools and the needs of modern game development pipelines.
Together, Guttman and Closson are expected to create a seamless interface between Testronic’s technical capabilities and the strategic objectives of its clients. In Europe, the Warsaw office has seen a significant leadership change with the appointment of Mateusz Kałuża as QA Director. Kałuża brings a wealth of experience from his previous senior testing positions at Lionbridge Games, where he oversaw large‑scale quality assurance projects for AAA titles.
He highlighted the strategic importance of the Warsaw hub, 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 reflects Testronic’s broader strategy of integrating regional talent pools with its worldwide service network to provide consistent, high‑quality testing outcomes.
Further reinforcing the company’s global partnership focus, Lily Guerreiro has joined as Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro previously served as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she cultivated cross‑border relationships and helped expand the company’s footprint in emerging markets. Her role at Testronic will involve coordinating partnership initiatives across continents, ensuring that best practices and knowledge are shared efficiently throughout the organization. The Manila Centre of Excellence, a critical node in Testronic’s delivery model, has also welcomed senior talent.
Daniel Bowie Soriano has been named Senior QA Manager, responsible for overseeing the execution of testing projects and mentoring the next generation of quality assurance professionals. Alongside him, Ivan Balanay has taken on the role of QA Trainer, a position that directly supports Testronic’s investment in the Testronic Academy. The Academy is designed to cultivate specialized QA expertise, and Balanay’s appointment signals a continued emphasis on education, skill development, and the creation of a pipeline of highly qualified testers.
Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald commented on 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." Fitzgerald’s remarks illustrate the company’s holistic approach: by combining geographic diversification with deep domain expertise, Testronic aims to deliver testing services that are not only technically sound but also aligned with the business goals of game developers and publishers.
The leadership reshuffle follows a recent change at the very top of the organization. Earlier this month, Sonia Kerr was appointed Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair. In parallel, Michael Fitzgerald was announced as Chief Revenue Officer, while Samantha Williams took on the role of Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald’s background includes a tenure as Client Partner at Keywords Studios, providing him with a nuanced understanding of the client lifecycle in the gaming sector.
Williams, previously Testronic’s Global CRO and head of Europe, brings extensive experience in commercial strategy and market expansion. Collectively, these appointments reflect Testronic’s strategic intent to reinforce its leadership talent pool, deepen its regional expertise, and enhance its ability to deliver end‑to‑end quality assurance solutions. By integrating seasoned professionals with a proven track record in the gaming and interactive media industries, the company positions itself to meet the evolving demands of developers seeking reliable, scalable, and player‑centric testing services.
The expanded senior team is expected to drive growth, foster innovation, and ensure that Testronic remains a trusted partner for studios around the world.