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 arrives with a strong background in client services, having previously held the role of client partner at Keywords Studios and earlier served as a senior business development manager. His track record in cultivating strategic relationships and driving revenue growth positions him to deepen Testronic’s engagement with existing partners and to forge new collaborations in the gaming and interactive media sectors. Supporting Guttman’s mandate, Nicole Closson has been brought on board as Business Development Manager.
Closson’s mandate is to broaden commercial coverage and provide robust support to partners both regionally and on a global scale. She brings valuable experience from her tenure at Keywords Studios, where she worked as an enterprise account executive, and from Unity, where she served as senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch products. Her dual exposure to large‑scale enterprise accounts and cutting‑edge collaboration tools equips her to navigate the complex needs of development studios seeking testing and quality assurance services.
In the European hub of Warsaw, Testronic has promoted Mateusz Kałuża to the role of QA Director. Kałuża’s appointment follows a series of senior testing positions he held at Lionbridge Games, where he honed his expertise in both functional and performance testing for high‑profile titles.
Speaking about the strategic importance of the Warsaw office, Kałuża noted, "Warsaw combines deep QA know‑how, extensive industry experience, and a genuine understanding of what developers expect from a testing partner. Our ongoing investment in the local team allows us to amplify that expertise, integrate it seamlessly with Testronic’s global capabilities, and consistently deliver value to partners wherever they operate." Adding to the leadership roster, Lily Guerreiro joins as Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro previously functioned as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she was responsible for expanding the company’s footprint across multiple continents.
Her global perspective and proven ability to manage cross‑border relationships will be instrumental in aligning Testronic’s partnership strategy with evolving market demands. The Manila Centre of Excellence also sees fresh senior talent. Daniel Bowie Soriano steps into the role of Senior QA Manager, while Ivan Balanay is appointed QA Trainer.
Balanay’s addition is highlighted as a key element in Testronic’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of QA professionals through the Testronic Academy. By strengthening the training pipeline, the company aims to sustain a high calibre of testing expertise that can meet the increasingly sophisticated requirements of modern game development.
Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald emphasized the broader significance of these appointments, stating, "Our Centres of Excellence bring together talented individuals, specialized knowledge, and strong leadership, linking these assets across a truly global organization. The investments we are making in New Orleans, Warsaw, and Manila, alongside our established presence in London, further reinforce the expertise we can deliver to our partners.
By continuously investing in exceptional people, we can provide a Player‑Focused, Partner‑First, and Outcomes‑Led service to our clients." These leadership changes come on the heels of a major executive reshuffle earlier in the month, when Testronic announced Sonia Kerr as the new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair. In the same announcement, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as CRO, and Samantha Williams was named Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald brings prior experience as a client partner at Keywords Studios, while Williams previously served as Testronic’s global CRO and head of European operations, underscoring the company’s strategy of promoting leaders with deep industry roots. Collectively, these appointments signal Testronic’s intent to deepen its expertise across key geographic markets and to reinforce its service offering for developers seeking rigorous, player‑centric quality assurance.
By integrating seasoned professionals from both within and outside the organization, Testronic aims to create a cohesive, globally‑aligned leadership structure capable of delivering consistent, high‑quality outcomes for partners worldwide. The expanded senior team is expected to accelerate the company’s growth trajectory, enhance its competitive edge, and ensure that its testing services remain at the forefront of industry standards.