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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

UK GDPR

UK GDPR Changes: What the New Rules Mean for Businesses in 2025/2026

Learn how the DUAA updates UK GDPR and PECR, introducing new rules on cookies, automation, consent, and ISO 27001 compliance.
ISO-9001-and-ISO-27001-Key-Reqs

ISO 9001 Vs ISO 27001 Key Requirements Checklist

Understand what the key differences are between achieving ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certification.
ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Key Reqs

ISO 9001 Vs ISO 14001 Key Requirements Checklist

Understand what the key differences are between achieving ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certification.
Cyber Security Month - UK

Cyber Security Month: Essential Compliance Checklist for UK Businesses

Cyber Security Month highlights how small steps boost protection. Check our Essential Compliance Checklist to spot gaps.
Certification-Regulations

Certification Regulations

Requirements for obtaining and maintaining certification with Amtivo.
cyber security

Ultimate SME Cyber Security Guide – Protecting Your Business

Boost your SME's cyber security with our essential guide. Achieve Cyber Essentials certification to protect assets and benefit from new opportunities.
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Free Cyber Security Policy Template & Factors To Consider

Download our free cyber security policy guide & template for UK organisations. Includes best practices, risk assessment & step-by-step process.
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Asset

Something that an organisation values, such as information, hardware, software, or property. Threat: Something that could cause harm to an organisation’s
Human Robot Artificial Intelligence

AI and Cyber Security: Is It a Risk or an Opportunity?

Explore artificial intelligence's dual role in cyber security – enhancing defences and posing new threats. Help protect your business from cyber-attacks.
10 biggest cyber attacks of 2021

The Biggest Cyber Attacks Year by Year

Major attacks like SolarWinds and Colonial Pipeline reveal infrastructure flaws and prompt global calls for stronger cyber security.
Top 8 cyber security risks for business

Discover 8 of the Major Cyber Security Risks for Businesses in 2025

Discover 8 of the major cyber security risks to your business and how to effectively protect your digital assets.
Cyber Essentials

Cyber Security Trends – Annual Updates & Insights by Year

Discover the latest cyber threat trends, from AI to ransomware. Learn how to tackle evolving challenges and safeguard your organisation effectively.