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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

Supply Chain Cyber Essentials 27001

Strengthening Supply Chain Cyber Security with Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001

Discover how Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 help UK businesses secure supply chains and strengthen cyber resilience.
iso 14001 revisions

ISO 14001:2015 to ISO 14001:2026 – Standard Revision Underway

Keep up-to-date with the revisions currently being made to ISO 14001.
What is ISO

What is the International Organization for Standardization (ISO)?

The International Organization for Standardization standards have helped thousands of businesses. Learn about the organisation and ISO standards.
world standards day

What Could Business Look Like Without Standards?

Discover how standards shape business success this World Standards Day.
Environmental Policy Template

Environmental Policy Template

Download your free Environmental Policy template to help define your sustainability goals, meet UK compliance requirements, and align with ISO 14001.
World Mental Health Day UK

Supporting Mental Health at Work: Practical Steps for a Safer Workplace

World Mental Health Day encourages organisations to reflect on their approach to well-being. What steps could you take?
How the CISO became the most important job in cybersecurity

How the CISO Became the Most Important Job in Cyber Security

CISOs are rising in prominence, marking a key trend in today’s cyber security landscape.

You Are What You Eat: The Link Between Nutrition And Profit

When was nutrition last brought up in board meeting? And yet, health is the key to productivity, and therefore profit. We

5 Ways Businesses Could Provide Menopause Support for Staff

Discover practical ways businesses can support their employees through menopause and create a more inclusive workplace. Discover how ISO 45001 could

What’s New With ISO 45001?

As with all new and revised ISO standards, ISO 45001 will follow the same common terminology and structure of Annex SL.
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.