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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

Template - Amtivo

Environmental Policy Template

Download your free Environmental Policy template to help define your sustainability goals, meet UK compliance requirements, and align with ISO 14001.
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How To Build a Sustainable Supply Chain

Building a sustainable supply chain can reduce your environmental impact and deliver concrete benefits to your organisation.
world standards day

What Could Business Look Like Without Standards?

Discover how standards shape business success this World Standards Day.
ISO 14001 Business Guide

The Business Benefits of ISO 14001

Environmental management isn't simply a distraction, or cost. Successful implementation provides a multitude of benefits for businesses.
MoD Cyber Essentials requirements guide

MOD Supplier Standards and Requirements – Cyber Essentials

Want to win MoD contracts? Learn about Cyber Essentials requirements and how to get certified.
Certification-Regulations

Certification Regulations

Requirements for obtaining and maintaining certification with Amtivo.
ISO 27001 can improve your organisations cyber security

How the Cyber Security Standard Affects Government Tender Bids

What is the new Minimum Cyber Security Standard, and how does it affect your tender documents?
ISO 9001 Opens Doors

How Small Businesses Can Compete With Big Competitors

Embrace the challenges of running a successful SME with our guide to how small businesses can compete with big competitors.

How Hilton Used ISO 14001 to Save $550M+

Since 2009, Hilton's environmental management systems, including ISO 14001, have saved the international hotel chain in excess of $550 million.
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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.
How the healthcare industry can fight cybercrime

How The Healthcare Industry Could Combat Cyber Risks

How healthcare fights cyber threats using encryption, training, and risk assessments to protect patient data.
Template - Amtivo

Free Threat Intelligence Policy Template for UK Firms

Set out how to collect, analyse and respond to cyber threats, assign roles and support compliance.