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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 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

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The Three-Year ISO Certification Cycle

Businesses must be audited on a continuous basis to ensure they're still meeting the requirements of their chosen standard.
What is Information Security

What Is Information Security?

Information security should be a priority for organisations. Learn what you need to manage it and how ISO 27001 can help.
Internet of Things (IoT) Regulation

The UK Edges Closer to New UK Regulations on IoT Security

Keep up to date on information security management systems, in particular the Internet of Things (IoT).
National Tree week

The Importance of Business Sustainability And Environmental Thinking

It’s time for businesses to invest in the environment. Find out more about how public environmental thinking affects your business.
Cybersecurity

Reduce Phishing Attacks Within Your Organisation: 7 Top Tips

Phishing poses a significant threat to your business because it relies on simple human error. Guard against this type of attack.
Remote Auditing Guide

Remote Audits for ISO Assessments

Wondering how you can achieve ISO without on-site assessments? Remote auditing can help you do that.
What is penetration testing and how can it help your business?

What Is Penetration Testing and How Can It Help Your Business?

How does penetration testing help defend against cyber attacks? Learn how tests uncover weaknesses, the types of tests, benefits, and limitations.
World Accreditation Day 9 June 2021

World Accreditation Day 9 June 2021

Celebrated on June 9th to raise awareness of accreditation activities, World Accreditation Day was established by the IAF and the ILAC.

Tesco Bank Suffers Data Breach

Over the first weekend of November 2016, Tesco Bank saw its systems hacked, with a reported 40,000 fraudulent transactions taking place.
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Certification Process

Take a look into the process of how to gain ISO certification with British Assessment Bureau.
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How To Write A Sustainability Policy

Learn how to write an effective sustainability policy with our comprehensive guide. Create a plan that aligns to your goals.
Ethical Hacking Benefits

What Is Ethical Hacking and How Can It Benefit Your Business?

Hacking has its good guys even if some business owners are not aware of it. Learn more about ethical hacking.