Testronic has announced a series of high‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, underscoring the company’s commitment to expanding its leadership bench and enhancing service delivery for clients in the gaming and interactive entertainment sectors. The headline appointment is that of Mike Guttman, who has been promoted to Vice President of Senior Partnerships. In this role, Guttman will oversee the development and management of strategic relationships with Testronic’s most important partners, ensuring that the company’s testing and quality‑assurance services remain aligned with the evolving needs of the industry.
Guttman arrives at Testronic with a robust background in client‑facing roles. Prior to joining the firm, he spent several years as a client partner at Keywords Studios, where he was responsible for nurturing large‑scale accounts and driving revenue growth through tailored service offerings. He also held the position of senior business development manager, a role that gave him deep insight into market dynamics, partner acquisition strategies, and the importance of delivering measurable value to stakeholders.
His blend of strategic vision and hands‑on experience makes him well‑suited to steer Testronic’s senior partnership agenda. Supporting Guttman’s efforts is Nicole Closson, who has been brought on board as Business Development Manager. Closson’s mandate is to broaden Testronic’s commercial reach and provide additional support to partners both regionally and globally.
She previously worked at Keywords Studios as an enterprise account executive, handling complex, high‑value contracts, and before that she was a senior account executive at Unity, where she managed key accounts for products such as Parsec and SyncSketch. Her track record of cultivating long‑term client relationships and her familiarity with the broader ecosystem of game development tools will be instrumental in expanding Testronic’s market presence. In the European hub of Warsaw, Testronic has appointed Mateusz Kałuża as QA Director. Kałuża brings a wealth of experience from his prior senior testing positions at Lionbridge Games, where he oversaw large‑scale quality‑assurance projects for multiple high‑profile titles.
Speaking about his new role, Kałuża highlighted Warsaw’s strategic importance: "The city combines deep QA expertise, a strong understanding of developer requirements, and a vibrant talent pool. Our continued investment in the local team allows us to integrate that expertise with Testronic’s global capabilities, delivering consistent, high‑quality results for partners wherever they operate." His leadership is expected to strengthen the synergy between local knowledge and the company’s worldwide service network. Further reinforcing Testronic’s global partnership capabilities, Lily Guerreiro has joined as Global Partnerships Senior Manager.
Guerreiro previously served as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she was responsible for scaling the company’s international outreach and forging cross‑border collaborations. Her experience in navigating diverse markets and cultures will help Testronic deepen its relationships with existing partners while identifying new opportunities for growth. The Manila Centre of Excellence, a critical node in Testronic’s service delivery model, also sees senior talent added to its ranks. Daniel Bowie Soriano steps into the role of Senior QA Manager, bringing a strong technical background and a proven ability to lead large testing teams.
Alongside him, Ivan Balanay has been appointed QA Trainer, a position that directly supports the company’s investment in the Testronic Academy—a training initiative aimed at cultivating the next generation of QA professionals. Balanay’s appointment underscores Testronic’s dedication to building internal expertise and ensuring that its workforce remains at the cutting edge of testing methodologies and tools. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald commented on the strategic significance of these appointments, stating: "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 highlight the company’s philosophy of leveraging geographic diversity to provide a seamless, high‑quality service experience. Earlier in the month, Testronic announced a change at the very top of its leadership hierarchy: Sonia Kerr was appointed Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair.
This leadership shift is part of a broader strategic plan to position Testronic for sustained growth in a rapidly evolving market. Alongside Kerr’s appointment, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as Chief Revenue Officer, and Samantha Williams took on the role of Chief Commercial Officer. Fitzgerald’s background includes a tenure as a client partner at Keywords Studios, while Williams previously served as Testronic’s global CRO and head of Europe, bringing a deep understanding of both the company’s operational strengths and the commercial landscape of the region. Collectively, these appointments signal Testronic’s aggressive push to deepen its expertise, broaden its geographic footprint, and enhance the quality of its service offerings.
By integrating seasoned professionals with proven track records in business development, quality assurance, and strategic partnership management, the company aims to reinforce its reputation as a trusted testing partner for developers worldwide. The expanded leadership team is expected to drive innovation, improve operational efficiency, and deliver measurable value to partners, ensuring that Testronic remains at the forefront of the QA industry for years to come.