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. 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 and expanding relationships with key clients, ensuring that the company’s senior‑level services align closely with partner expectations and industry standards. Guttman arrives with a robust background in client management and business development. Prior to joining Testronic, he served as a client partner at Keywords Studios, where he oversaw large‑scale projects and helped drive revenue growth through strategic account stewardship.
He also held a senior business development manager position, gaining valuable experience in identifying new market opportunities, negotiating complex contracts, and delivering tailored solutions that meet the evolving needs of game developers and publishers. Supporting Guttman’s efforts 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 previous tenure at Keywords Studios as an enterprise account executive gave her insight into handling high‑value accounts, while her time at Unity as a senior account executive for Parsec and SyncSketch equipped her with a deep understanding of collaborative tools and real‑time streaming technologies.
Together, Guttman and Closson form a dynamic duo aimed at strengthening Testronic’s market position and delivering a seamless, end‑to‑end partnership experience. In the European hub of Warsaw, the company has promoted Mateusz Kałuża to the position of QA Director.
Kałuża brings extensive experience from senior testing roles at Lionbridge Games, where he honed his expertise in quality assurance processes, test automation, and cross‑functional team leadership. Speaking about the appointment, Kałuża highlighted Warsaw’s strategic importance: "The city combines deep QA know‑how, a strong talent pool, and a clear grasp of what developers require from a testing partner. Our ongoing investment in the local team allows us to fuse that expertise with Testronic’s global network, ensuring consistent, high‑quality delivery for partners wherever they operate." Further reinforcing the global partnerships team, Lily Guerreiro has been appointed Global Partnerships Senior Manager. Guerreiro previously worked as Global Business Development Manager at Keywords Studios, where she managed a portfolio of international accounts and spearheaded initiatives to expand the company’s footprint in emerging markets.
Her experience in navigating cross‑border collaborations and her fluency in multiple languages will be invaluable as Testronic seeks to deepen relationships with partners across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The Manila Centre of Excellence has also seen senior leadership enhancements. Daniel Bowie Soriano joins as Senior QA Manager, tasked with overseeing the quality assurance operations that support a broad spectrum of gaming titles. Working alongside him is Ivan Balanay, who assumes the role of QA Trainer.
Balanay’s appointment is part of Testronic’s broader commitment to the Testronic Academy, an internal training initiative designed to cultivate the next generation of QA professionals. "Ivan’s expertise will further strengthen our investment in building a world‑class training pipeline, ensuring that our testers are equipped with the latest methodologies, tools, and best practices," the company noted. Chief Revenue Officer Michael Fitzgerald emphasized the strategic significance of these appointments, stating, "Our Centres of Excellence bring together talented people, specialist expertise, and strong leadership, and we connect those capabilities across a genuinely global organization. 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." These leadership changes follow a broader reshuffle at the top of Testronic’s executive suite earlier in the month. Sonia Kerr was named Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Sharon Baylay‑Bell, who transitioned to the role of company chair.
In addition, Michael Fitzgerald was confirmed as CRO, and Samantha Williams took on the 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 and operational experience to her new role. Collectively, these appointments illustrate Testronic’s commitment to scaling its expertise, expanding its geographic reach, and delivering high‑quality testing and partnership services to the gaming industry. By aligning seasoned professionals with strategic locations—New Orleans, Warsaw, Manila, and London—the company aims to provide a seamless, globally integrated experience for developers and publishers seeking reliable QA solutions.
The enhanced leadership team is poised to drive innovation, foster deeper client relationships, and uphold the company’s reputation for excellence in a rapidly evolving market.