About Todd R. Corbett, MBA

Todd R. Corbett, MBA is the founder of Xcelus LLC, where he has spent 21+ years designing scenario-based compliance training for organizations including AXA XL, Hitachi, and Thermo Fisher. Xcelus programs reach more than 400,000 employees a year across 25+ countries. He created the Decision Readiness Engine™, the framework behind Xcelus courses, Decision Briefs™, and the Executive Decision Lab™. Xcelus builds the decision architecture; a client's own counsel owns the legal analysis.

“Tone at the Top”: The Catalyst for Organizational Ethics and Business Conduct

By |2026-04-01T15:36:52-06:00September 26th, 2023|Blog/News, Compliance Blog|

Tone at the Top When it comes to shaping an organization's ethical landscape, few factors are as influential as the "tone at the top." Leaders, whether C-suite executives or board members, play a pivotal role in shaping an organization's ethical climate. Their attitudes, actions, and decisions reverberate throughout the ranks, often determining the moral compass of the entire workforce. Here's a deep dive into how and why leadership's tone can profoundly impact business ethics and conduct. Modeling Behavior Employees [...]

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The Board of Directors: Guardians of Ethical Business Conduct

By |2026-03-11T17:09:19-06:00September 18th, 2023|Compliance Blog|

The Board of Directors: Guardians of Ethical Business Conduct The Board of Directors is indispensable in guiding an organization's ethical trajectory. Often positioned at the zenith of corporate governance, the Board's influence permeates through every layer of a company. Their responsibilities transcend mere strategic oversight; they serve as custodians of the organization's ethical standards, shaping the entire entity's culture, policies, and reputation. Let's explore how the Board can profoundly mold business conduct and ethics. Establishing Ethical Vision and Values: Boards [...]

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What is a Code of Conduct?

By |2023-08-17T12:52:39-06:00August 17th, 2023|Blog/News|

What is a Code of Conduct? A code of conduct is a formal set of guidelines and principles that outlines expected behaviors, ethical standards, and rules of behavior within an organization. It is a comprehensive document that defines the values and expectations for employees, management, and stakeholders, promoting a culture of ethical conduct, integrity, and professionalism. Key elements typically included in a code of conduct are: Ethical Standards: The code of conduct outlines the organization's core values and principles guiding [...]

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The Importance of Leadership Succession Training – Ensuring Long-Term Success

By |2023-08-02T15:21:41-06:00August 2nd, 2023|Leadership, Todd's Blog, Training|

Introduction In today's dynamic business landscape, organizations face numerous challenges that require effective leadership at every level. However, many companies overlook a critical aspect of sustained success: leadership succession planning. By implementing a comprehensive leadership succession training program, companies can proactively develop and nurture the next generation of leaders, ensuring continuity, adaptability, and sustained growth. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of leadership succession training for employees and the company. Building a Pipeline of Talented Leaders [...]

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Using AI-powered Tools to Enhance Training Development

By |2023-06-29T12:42:15-06:00June 29th, 2023|Blog/News, eLearning, Training|

Using AI-powered Tools to Enhance Training Development  Employee training and development is critical to any organization's success but can also be challenging. Fortunately, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform the training process, making it more efficient, effective, and personalized. This blog article will explore how AI-powered tools can help companies overcome challenges in developing and delivering employee training programs. As AI continues developing skills in logic, reasoning, and human-like voice and design, it could be the employee on [...]

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Insider Trading – The Importance of Insider Trading Laws in Nonpublic Companies

By |2023-05-23T09:02:00-06:00May 23rd, 2023|Blog/News|

The Importance of Insider Trading Laws Awareness for Employees in Nonpublic Companies In today's interconnected business landscape, even employees working at nonpublic companies need to be aware of insider trading laws. While their organization may not be publicly traded, employees may encounter confidential information through interactions with publicly listed clients. This blog post explores why employees working at nonpublic companies should deeply understand insider trading laws to navigate potential risks and protect themselves and their organization. Access to Insider [...]

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10 Crucial Compliance Training Topics Every Employee Should Know

By |2026-04-16T12:57:07-06:00May 17th, 2023|Code of Conduct Training, Compliance Blog, Culture of Compliance, Todd's Blog|

10 Essential Compliance Training Topics Every Employee Should Know What Are Compliance Training Topics? Compliance training topics include policies, laws, and ethical standards that employees must understand to follow company rules and regulatory requirements. These topics help employees recognize potential compliance risks, understand how to respond appropriately, and know when to report concerns. Most organizations cover a range of subjects depending on their industry, regulatory exposure, and operational risks. While every company’s compliance program is different, certain core topics [...]

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Adding Gamification to Your Compliance Training

By |2022-04-14T10:23:05-06:00April 4th, 2022|Blog/News, Compliance Blog, Todd's Blog|

Compliance training is essential, and while it's crucial for businesses, the reality is that it can be a bit monotonous. Gamification can breathe new life into compliance training. By making the experience more fun and interactive, you can keep employees engaged and motivated throughout the entire process. This article will discuss the benefits of gamification and how you can add it to your own compliance program.   What is gamification? Gamification is adding game-like elements to a task or [...]

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Advantages of Microlearning in Corporate Learning Programs

By |2022-02-02T10:04:10-07:00February 2nd, 2022|Code of Conduct Training, Compliance Blog, Culture of Compliance, Todd's Blog|

Advantages of Microlearning Modern companies need corporate training solutions that are easy for employers and employees. Microlearning-based training fits that bill. It is a somewhat new concept that organizations are slowly adapting in the hope of addressing today’s common learning challenges. Let’s discuss microlearning in the workplace and how corporate learning programs can benefit from bite-sized training delivery. What Is Microlearning? Microlearning is a way of learning that involves digesting short, focused nuggets of information. Rather than sitting down [...]

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What is Microlearning

By |2022-02-02T09:45:50-07:00January 5th, 2022|Microlearning, Todd's Blog|

Microlearning is especially ideal for acquiring, repeating, or refreshing knowledge.We all use microlearning daily. We do this, for example, when we do an internet search for the answer to a question about a DIY project, when we read an informative article, or when we watch an online tutorial video to learn how to change a guitar string. Microlearning can be text, video, infographic, or podcast, whatever the format; the goal of a microlearning event is to get the information we [...]

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