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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

The Major Risks Associated With Cloud Computing

Is cloud computing as safe as it seems? Find out about the security risks and what you can do.
ISO 27001 and GDPR how do they work together?

ISO 27001 and GDPR: How Do They Work Together?

ISO 27001 doesn’t guarantee compliance under the GDPR, but certification ensures your organisation is on the right track.
UK - Respond to Data Breaches

How ISO 27001 Can Help Businesses Respond to Data Breaches

How your organisation responds to and prevents data breaches is crucial. Discover how ISO 27001 can streamline and fortify the process.
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Understanding Data Breach Causes & Response Strategies

Protect your organisation and customers from data breaches. Discover breaches happen and why they are on the rise.
Travelex have suffered a ransomware cyber attack

How the Travelex Ransomware Attack Could Have Been Avoided

Find out how what Travelex could have done to avoid falling prey to cyber criminals that held them to ransom.
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How To Check if a Company Is Legitimate

To help determine fact from fiction, we've created a guide to help you verify whether an organisation is legitimate or not.
iso 22301 key requirements checklist

ISO 22301 Key Requirements

Understand what the key requirements are for achieving certification toward ISO 22301.
iso 45001 key requirements

ISO 45001 Key Requirements

Sign up to access British Assessment Bureau's ISO 45001 Key Requirements.
From M&S to SMEs: The Rise In Cyber Attacks

From M&S to SMEs: The Rise In Cyber Attacks

Cyber attacks are rising for SMEs. Learn how ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials and ISO 22301 help protect data and ensure continuity.
Why is supply chain security important?

Why Is Supply Chain Security Important?

The 2020 SolarWinds cyberattack could mark the moment businesses confront the scale of challenge they face in securing their supply chains.
Cyber Security Report Whitepaper

Why Hackers Aren’t The Greatest Threat to Your Security

Mark Nutburn has put together an incredible investigation into the true cyber security risks facing your organisation, and what you can
what to look for in a managed service security provider (MSSP)

What To Look For in a Managed Service Security Provider (MSSP)

Many organisations increasingly turn to Managed Service Security Providers (MSSP) to overcome challenges around securing networks without exceeding budgets.