Russell is a seasoned and respected Information Technology leader with over 20 years of experience who has held leadership positions globally, including the USA, China, Europe, and the UK.

He holds several industry certifications, including the OSCP and an MBA in Technology and Innovation.

His expertise extends to cybersecurity, strategy, technology innovation management, governance, risk, and compliance across various industries, including Casino and Gaming, Entertainment and leisure, Australian Defence Force, Local Government, and start-ups.

Russell also serves as a board member of a Not-For-Profit and is a Guest lecturer and Mentor across several universities in the fields of Information Technology and Cybersecurity.