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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 the 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

How much does ISO 27001 cost

How Much Does ISO 27001 Certification Cost?

An explainer guide to the costs of ISO 27001 certification and what it means for your organisation’s information security management.
What are the clauses of ISO 9001?

How Much Does ISO 9001 Certification Cost?

Learn the average cost of ISO 9001 certification, including expenses for audits, external consultants and the entire certification process.
Business-continuity-plan

How To Create an Effective Business Continuity Plan

Learn the importance of a business continuity plan and ISO 22301 certification to help you survive disruptions and maintain customer confidence.
How to get ISO 27001

How To Get ISO 27001 Certification

Discover how to get ISO 27001 and enjoy the advantages for your business. Read our guide on achieving ISO 27001 certification.
An ultimate guide to ISO 9001

How To Get ISO 9001 Certification

Getting ISO 9001 certified could be simpler than you imagine. Discover how to achieve ISO 9001 certification with our expert guide.
ISO 9001 Key Reqs

ISO 9001 Key Requirements Checklist

Understand what the key requirements are for achieving certification toward ISO 9001.
ISO 14001 Key Reqs

ISO 14001 Key Requirements Checklist

Understand what the key requirements are for achieving certification toward ISO 14001.
ISO 22301 Key Reqs

ISO 22301 Key Requirements Checklist

Understand what the key requirements are for achieving certification toward ISO 22301.
ISO 27001 Key Reqs

ISO 27001 Key Requirements Checklist

Understand what the key requirements are for achieving certification toward ISO 27001.
ISO 45001 Key Reqs

ISO 45001 Key Requirements Checklist

Understand what the key requirements are for achieving certification toward ISO 45001.
ISO 50001 Key Reqs

ISO 50001 Key Requirements Checklist

Understand what the key requirements are for achieving certification toward ISO 50001.
ISO 9001 Checklist

ISO 9001 Checklist

Download our essential ISO 9001 Checklist – the essential overview of how to implement a Quality Management System.