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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

Three-Bolt-On-ISO-Standards-To-Strengthen-Your-ISMS

3 Bolt-On ISO Standards To Strengthen Your ISMS

Build on the robust ISO 27001 standard with supporting data security standards designed to meet emerging technologies and IT needs.
benefits-of-ISO-14001-certification-guide

The Benefits of Green Credentials and ISO 14001 for Business

Discover the importance of green business credentials and the benefits of ISO 14001 certification for improving environmental impact.
quality-management-for-small-businesses

IT Security and Cyber Safety Tips for Employees

Read our IT safety advice and discover ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials certifications – a robust framework for your business.
health-and-safety-culture-in-the-workplace-guide

Create a Positive Health and Safety Workplace Culture

Learn how to foster a positive workplace health and safety culture and discover the benefits. Discover how ISO 45001 can help.
customer-feedback

Use Customer Feedback To Drive Quality Management Processes

Want to enhance your quality management? Leverage customer feedback to measure and improve.
occupational-health-and-safety-guide

The Importance of Occupational Health and Safety

Explore the importance of occupational health and safety laws, employer responsibilities, and the benefits of ISO 45001 certification.
health-and-safety-policy-guide

How To Create a Workplace Health and Safety Policy

Learn about the legal requirements and benefits of workplace health and safety policies, and explore ISO 45001 certification.
carbon-offset-guide-solar-wind

What Is Carbon Offsetting? How To Get Your Company Started

Learn about carbon offsetting in business and how ISO 14001 and 50001 can help reduce your organisation's environmental impact.
The ultimate guide to ISO 14001 Certification

The Ultimate Guide to ISO 14001

Learn about ISO 14001, its meaning, benefits for your organisation, and the steps to certification for better environmental management and sustainability.
quality-assurance-guide

Quality Assurance and Quality Control – What’s the Difference?

Does your business strive for quality? Learn how quality assurance and quality control work – and how ISO 9001 can help you.
Subject-access-request-guide

How To Handle a Subject Access Request (SAR)

Learn about the procedures and systems you need to handle a Subject Access Request – and the benefits of ISO 27001.
Carbon-footprint-calculator-guide

How To Save Energy With a Carbon Footprint Calculator

Learn how calculating your carbon footprint boosts sustainability and ensures regulatory compliance.