Testronic has undertaken a sweeping series of senior‑level appointments across its worldwide operations, signaling a clear commitment to bolstering its leadership bench and expanding its service capabilities. Among the most notable additions is Mike Guttman, who has been brought on board as Vice President of Senior Partnerships. In this role, Guttman will be responsible for cultivating high‑level relationships with key clients, overseeing strategic alliance initiatives, and driving growth across the company’s global network of partners. Prior to joining Testronic, Guttman amassed extensive experience in the interactive entertainment sector.
He previously held the position of client partner at Keywords Studios, where he was instrumental in managing large‑scale accounts and delivering customized solutions for top‑tier game developers. Before that, he served as a senior business development manager, a role that sharpened his ability to identify market opportunities, negotiate complex contracts, and align service offerings with client objectives. His track record of delivering measurable results and his deep understanding of the QA and localization landscape make him a natural fit for Testronic’s ambitious expansion plans. Supporting Guttman’s efforts 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 regionally and globally. She brings a rich background in enterprise sales, having worked as an enterprise account executive at Keywords Studios, where she managed multi‑million‑dollar portfolios for leading publishers. Additionally, her tenure at Unity as senior account executive for the Parsec and SyncSketch products gave her a nuanced perspective on the needs of developers seeking real‑time collaboration tools. Together, Guttman and Closson form a dynamic duo aimed at strengthening Testronic’s market presence and delivering tailored solutions that address the evolving challenges faced by game developers.
In Europe, Testronic has reinforced its quality assurance leadership with the appointment of Mateusz Kałuża as QA Director for the Warsaw hub. Kałuża arrives with a solid pedigree in testing, having previously held senior testing positions at Lionbridge Games.
He emphasizes that Warsaw serves as a nexus of deep QA expertise, a strong understanding of developer expectations, and a collaborative culture that aligns well with Testronic’s service philosophy. "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," Kałuża explained, underscoring the strategic importance of the Polish office in the company’s global delivery model.
Further augmenting the partnership team is Lily Guerreiro, who joins as Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro’s experience as a global business development manager at Keywords Studios equips her with the insights needed to manage cross‑border collaborations and to nurture relationships that span multiple continents. Her role will involve coordinating with regional leads, aligning partnership strategies with corporate objectives, and ensuring that Testronic’s service standards remain consistent across all markets.
The Manila Centre of Excellence also sees a boost in senior leadership. Daniel Bowie Soriano steps into the role of Senior QA Manager, bringing a wealth of technical expertise and a hands‑on approach to quality assurance processes. Working alongside him is Ivan Balanay, appointed as QA Trainer. Balanay’s responsibilities include developing training curricula, mentoring junior testers, and spearheading the growth of the Testronic Academy—a cornerstone initiative aimed at cultivating the next generation of QA talent.
The company highlighted that Balanay’s appointment "further supports our investment in developing the Testronic Academy and building the next generation of QA expertise," reinforcing the firm’s commitment to education and professional development within the testing community. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald, who announced these appointments, emphasized the strategic significance of the company’s Centres of Excellence. "Our Centres of Excellence bring together talented people, specialist expertise and leadership, and connect those capabilities across a genuinely global organisation," he said. Fitzgerald added that the recent investments in New Orleans, Warsaw, and Manila, in conjunction with the established presence in London, substantially enhance the depth and breadth of expertise available to Testronic’s partners.
"By continuing to invest in outstanding people, we can deliver an exceptional Player‑Focused, Partner‑First and Outcomes‑Led service to our clients," he asserted. These leadership changes come on the heels of a broader executive reshuffle earlier in the month, when Testronic announced the appointment of Sonia Kerr as Chief Executive Officer. Kerr succeeds Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair, providing strategic oversight and governance. In addition, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as CRO, while Samantha Williams took on the newly created position of Chief Commercial Officer.
Fitzgerald’s background includes a stint as a client partner at Keywords Studios, while Williams previously served as Testronic’s global CRO and head of Europe, bringing a wealth of commercial acumen to the senior team. Overall, Testronic’s recent appointments reflect a deliberate strategy to reinforce its leadership pipeline, deepen its technical capabilities, and expand its geographic footprint. By integrating seasoned professionals from industry‑leading firms such as Keywords Studios, Lionbridge Games, and Unity, the company aims to deliver more sophisticated, end‑to‑end solutions for game developers worldwide.
The enhanced senior team is expected to drive innovation, improve service delivery, and cement Testronic’s reputation as a trusted partner in the highly competitive gaming and interactive media markets.