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Julian Russell

Julian Russell

Chief Product Officer

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Education

University of Cambridge

Expertise

Lead Auditor

Julian Russell

Biography

Julian Russell is Chief Product Officer at Amtivo, based in the UK. Drawing on a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cambridge and his qualifications as a Lead Auditor in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001, Julian brings deep technical expertise and a customer-focused approach to product innovation. 

He has worked in the ISO certification industry since 2009, building on senior leadership experience in the chemicals, food, and plastics sectors from 1994 to 2008. Julian joined Amtivo in 2019 when the businesses he co-owned - Equas and MyActiv - became part of Amtivo group. Until 2024, he led the company’s product development and compliance functions. Today, his focus is on creating services that complement and extend Amtivo’s core ISO certification offering, helping customers achieve their goals with confidence. 

Outside of work, Julian is a keen sailor, a passion he discovered in 2020. He enjoys pushing the boundaries of where and with whom he sails, travelling widely. He also enjoys exploring the commercial potential of emerging technologies - an adventurous mindset that mirrors his innovative approach at Amtivo. 

A list of articles written by Julian

threat intelligence policy template

Free Threat Intelligence Policy Template for Irish Firms

Define processes for managing threat data, assigning roles and responding to incidents.
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Business Continuity Legal Compliance Register Template

Support your Irish organisation’s resilience and regulatory compliance with our free, downloadable Business Continuity Legal Compliance Register template.
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Downloadable Backup Policy Template for Irish Businesses

Safeguard your organisation’s data and reinforce operational continuity with our free, downloadable Backup Policy template.
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Asset Register Template – Free and Downloadable

Stay in control of your physical assets and help towards ISO compliance with our free Asset Register template.
ISO 9001 AI Manufacturing

ISO 9001 and AI: Strengthening Quality and Control in Irish Manufacturing

Explore how AI is enhancing quality control and how ISO 9001 supports consistency and improvement.
Internet of Things

6 Internet of Things Devices That Could Threaten Your Business and How to Stay Secure With Confidence

Six IoT devices that pose cyber risks and how ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials help secure them.
ISO 50001 EU Directive

ISO 50001 and the EU Energy Directive

Stay updated on ISO 50001 changes and how they impact your organisation.
A Practical GDPR Guide for SMEs

Do Irish Businesses Need to Report Data Breaches to the DPC? A Practical GDPR Guide for SMEs

Learn when to report GDPR breaches in Ireland, who to notify, and how ISO 27001 supports compliance.
Staying Credible in Ireland: Why Green Business Is Now Non-Negotiable

Staying Credible in Ireland: Why Green Business Is Now Non-Negotiable

See how ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 help Irish businesses cut emissions, save energy, and stay compliant with climate policies.
ISO 9001 News and Updates

ISO 9001 Updates & Revisions

ISO 9001:2015 is being revised. Discover what changes are coming in ISO 9001:2026 and how they’ll impact quality management systems worldwide.
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Rules on Claims You Can Make Regarding Your Certification

If you're certified, this guide will advise on what you can and can't say regarding your certification.
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How SMEs Can Build Credibility and Compete in Tough Markets this World Accreditation Day 

Discover how ISO certification helps SMEs gain credibility, meet regulations and grow with confidence this World Accreditation Day.