ASLRRA 2016 CONNECTIONS is ASLRRA's major annual networking event. As such it is assumed by registering for the event that you are interested in networking with other attendees and participating in all of the opportunities that an event such as this affords. If you do not wish to share your basic contact information with other convention attendees, please click on the Add button and then Opt-out button. If no response is received, it will be assumed that we may share your contact info. Thank you.
4/3/2016
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Committee Meetings
4/3/2016 8:00 AM
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Committee Meetings
4/3/2016 9:00 AM
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Committee Meetings
4/3/2016 2:00 PM
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Committee Meetings
4/3/2016 2:00 PM
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Committee Meetings
4/3/2016 2:15 PM
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Committee Meetings
4/4/2016 8:00 AM
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Committee Meetings
4/4/2016 9:00 AM
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Committee Meetings
4/4/2016 9:00 AM
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Committee Meetings
4/4/2016 1:00 PM
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Committee Meetings
4/5/2016 7:30 AM
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Committee Meetings
4/5/2016 7:30 AM
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Committee Meetings
4/5/2016 8:00 AM
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This session is open to the smallest of ASLRRA’s railroad members and will serve as a forum for them to provide feedback on the Association’s current services, as well as to offer ideas for how these services could be tailored to better meet their needs. Participants in this session will actively engage with our moderators and, in so doing, help to provide direction for our way forward as we strive to better address the concerns of our smallest members. If you are interested in attending this session and are not sure whether your railroad qualifies as a small and independent railroad, please contact Jenny Bourque at jbourque@aslrra.org or (202) 585-3449.
4/5/2016 8:00 AM
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Are you under the age of 40 and want to network with people your own age? Come learn about all of the opportunities that we offer in this Young Professionals group during this annual gathering. For any questions contact Sabrina Waiss at swaiss@aslrra.org
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Committee Meetings
4/5/2016 9:00 AM
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Committee Meetings
4/5/2016 11:30 AM
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12/1/2016 - 5/30/2017
12/1/2016
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Click on the ADD button to add your Ribbons to your registration. When you click ADD, a list of ribbon options will appear. Click Yes for the ribbons that should be added to your registration. Please be sure to click on the Save Response button at the bottom of the list after adding ribbons. Thank you.
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4/22/2017 - 4/25/2017
4/22/2017
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4/22/2017 - 4/26/2017
4/22/2017
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4/22/2017 - 4/25/2017
4/22/2017
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This registration category covers spouses of Convention attendees. This registration covers attendance in the main social events, including: Sunday Evening Opening Reception, Monday Evening Reception in the Exhibit Hall, and Tuesday Evening closing event at the Glass Cactus Club. Please check off the events your spouse will attend below. Please remember to click on the Save Response Button at the bottom of the list.
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Spouse Registration & Activities
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4/22/2017 7:00 AM - 4/25/2017 11:59 PM
4/22/2017 7:00 AM
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We are bringing back the pedometer challenge this year and we've renamed it the Step Challenge! The big change this year, is that you will register your own device: fitbit, smartphone, apple watch, jawbone, etc. Check the website for more details.
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Special Activities
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4/23/2017 8:00 AM - 4/25/2017 12:00 PM
4/23/2017 8:00 AM
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This class is an add-on option for fully-registered railroad attendees. See Education Section for more details.
4/23/2017 9:00 AM
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Open to attendance by ASLRRA's Associate Members. This event is the Associate Member Meeting, led by the Associate Board Members. Members will be joined by ASLRRA Leadership and Staff to discuss items of interest. The Associates will also elect their new board representative at this meeting.
4/23/2017 10:00 AM
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Networking Events
4/23/2017 1:00 PM
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This is the marquee annual event for the ASLRRA's Political Action Committee, and immediately follows the reception in the exhibit hall. This event will shine a light on our industry's important legislative achievements and recognize PAC contributors.
ASLRRA supports the operation of the ASLRRA-PAC as authorized by and in accordance with federal law. Because this event will benefit the ASLRRA-PAC, all attendees must have a signed Prior Authorization Form on file. If you express interest in this event, you will be contacted by Lindsey Collins at lindsey.collins@cch-llc.com or (202) 715-2916 to determine your eligibility and arrange attendance.
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Special Activities
4/23/2017 7:30 PM
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Special Activities
4/24/2017 6:00 AM
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Networking Events
4/24/2017 7:00 AM
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Several short lines have partnered with FRA R&D in testing FRA's autonomous test vehicle. Find out how the equipment and the system fared during a multi-state operation on both short lines and Class 1s. See the latest technology utilized and actual reports generated, which will assist in determining the future of autonomous testing.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 10:15 AM
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A review of practical tools for costing and evaluating service offerings and capital investments for Short Line Railroads.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
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Finance & Administration
4/24/2017 10:15 AM
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This interactive workshop will give you a great foundation for writing a job description that will be a useful, plain-language tool that describes the tasks, duties, functions and responsibilities of a position. Job descriptions are used for a variety of reasons, such as a tool for recruiting, determining salary levels, conducting performance reviews, clarifying missions, establishing titles and pay grades, and serving as a benchmark and guide in the reasonable accommodation process. Job descriptions are also useful for career planning, training exercises and should meet legal requirements for compliance purposes. In this session, participants will work in small groups to develop and prepare key railroad job description positions.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 10:15 AM
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Join us for an up-to-the-minute presentation on the hottest legal issues that are currently impacting the rail industry. We'll also take a peek at the future and discuss developing legal issues that are likely to impact the industry in the near future. This presentation will be a great opportunity to enhance and protect your franchise with timely information. (Speaker[s] and topics will be selected in the near future to enable us to present the most recent and important legal issues).
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 10:15 AM
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Learn what is going on in the new Congress and Administration. Hear about new priorities on the Hill and at DOT. Fresh news from your experts on and in DC Jerry Vest, Adam Nordstrom and Jo Strang.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
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Legislative & Regulatory
4/24/2017 10:15 AM
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This session will review various publication methods for switch charges, demurrage, ancillary charges, and general rules and conditions. The speakers will also review specific provisions that all shortlines should include in their tariffs.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 10:15 AM
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Attend this Super Session to have a panel discussion on how to maintain locomotives on a shoestring budget. Discover the economic benefits of the latest technology for remote monitoring your locomotive. Understand the necessary procedures for prepping a locomotive prior to interchange with other railroads for movement.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 10:15 AM
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The Short Line Safety Institute has completed the original pilot project, has received a second grant and is engaged in new assessments. Hear directly from Ron Hynes, Executive Director, on how the assessment process has evolved. What the data has identified and the direction for the future.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
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Operations & Safety
4/24/2017 10:15 AM
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This Panel discussion will include PTC updates from 4 Railroads at different stages of Planning and Implementation that will relate directly to Short Line Railroad members needing to implement PTC. The content of the FRA PTC Planning and Implementation guide used by the presenting railroads will be covered to help Railroads just beginning to plan for PTC relate to the value of that document.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 10:15 AM
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Join us to hear an update on where FAMES is and where they are going in the prevention of roadway worker fatalities. FRA will discuss track inspection documentation requirements and non-class specific defect remedial action. Currently, FRA is looking to update Part 213 regarding track inspector training, and qualifications. Attend to see how these possible Changes and their interaction with Part 243 - Training Standards could affect your operation.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 11:30 AM
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In this session the subjects that will be addressed:
1. What will be the Impact on the Markets from Last November's Election
2. Is a Recession Around the Corner?
3. Infrastructure Spending, Will It Happen
4. Outlook for the Economy and Potential Opportunities in the Capital Markets
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
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Finance & Administration
4/24/2017 11:30 AM
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Short line railroads need updated and effective agreements to cover a multitude of situations—everything from trackage rights to haulage to utilities to indemnity. Experienced short line and Class I lawyers will review and discuss the agreements that are critical to sustaining and protecting your franchise and your bottom line. Audience participation is highly encouraged during this presentation—so come prepared with questions and comments that can be shared with all.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 11:30 AM
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TSA has produced new materials that railroad managers can use to help train and educate employees about security on the railroad. This session will provide you with information about you can use these materials in your job briefings and in more formal training events. This will also be an opportunity to hear about recent events and government initiatives affecting security in rail transportation.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
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Legislative & Regulatory
4/24/2017 11:30 AM
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This session will review methods to obtain and review statistical and industrial data to identify and locate potential new customers for shortline railraods.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 11:30 AM
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Join a panelist of nationally recognized safety professionals and safety persons to understand how safety culture and compliance go hand in hand. How do enforce regulation, but promote and develop a strong safety culture? Hear the experts discuss successes and failures.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
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Operations & Safety
4/24/2017 11:30 AM
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BNSF is a Rail Industry Leader in the use of DRONEs in support of safe and efficient railroad operations support. Todd Graetz, head of the BNSF DRONE program will review BNSF’s experience with DRONES and safety and business benefits they have identified.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 11:30 AM
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Networking Events
4/24/2017 12:30 PM
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The current regulatory environment is focusing on internal rail flaw detection and rail head wear on Class 2 track when transporting specific amounts of hazardous commodities. Attend this Super Session to learn from the experts the process and procedures to identify internal rail flaws and measure rail head wear. Understand how internal rail flaws relate to and accelerate rail head wear.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 2:00 PM
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A review of final and proposed changes to valuation requirements as related to gift taxes, and their impact on transferring businesses within the Family. Planning for cash flow for the transitioning member, from either an installment sale, deferred compensation or other funding stream. A discussion of strategies to most effectively transfer businesses within the family, including use of intentionally defective grantor trusts, grantor retained annuity trusts and other transfer techniques. A discussion of processes to transfer to non-family member employees either entirely or in conjunction with an intra-family transfer; and Important considerations for the new owners.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
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Finance & Administration
4/24/2017 2:00 PM
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"Courts across the country have issued critical decisions on an employee's notice of the need for FMLA leave; whether an employee can affirmatively decline FMLA leave; combating FMLA abuse; and caring for a family member. This session will highlight some of the latest FMLA trends and identify practical solutions to help employers stay compliant. Among other topics, we will address:
œ Recognizing an employee's need for FMLA leave;
œ Whether an employer should designate FMLA leave on occasions when an employee does not want FMLA to apply;
œ How to address an employee when you are provided Facebook or other social media posts showing them acting inconsistently with their need for FMLA leave;
œ Handling an employee's request for FMLA leave where the employee will care for a family member while on vacation or during out of state travel; and
œ The latest on managing FMLA intermittent leave and including useful tools."
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 2:00 PM
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Cybersecurity is a critical issue for all of us-especially for those in the transportation industry. Railroads use, manage and store a great deal of sensitive data. This expert panel will provide you with information, advice and guidance as you prepare to better protect your franchise and your employees from harmful data breaches.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 2:00 PM
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This Super Session will cover regulations from A to Z. Industry experts, like like Gary Vaughn and Jo Strang, will discuss what is coming down the regulatory pike and new regulations that have recently been issued. Jo and her colleagues will discuss the harmonization of Part 240 and 242 and the recent Final rules of Par 214 and Part 219. Part 243 program development and time lines will be discussed. Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss past audit or compliance issues.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
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Legislative & Regulatory
4/24/2017 2:00 PM
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Join Norfolk Southern Corporation's Director of Public Relations, Stacey Mansfield, to learn how you can leverage your company website and social media platforms to reach a broader audience, tell your story, define your role in the community and drive business. Attendees will walk away with expert tips and tools they can put to use right away.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 2:00 PM
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This Super Session will provide insight as to the focus areas of an inbound inspection. The procedures for handling a derailed car and how to not make a bad situation worse. Become an expert on how to use Railinc's Equipment Health View dashboard-style interface that enables you to view pertinent railcar information from various applications all on one page.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 2:00 PM
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This Super Session will cover regulations from A to Z. Industry experts, like like Gary Vaughn and Jo Strang, will discuss what is coming down the regulatory pike and new regulations that have recently been issued. Jo and her colleagues will discuss the harmonization of Part 240 and 242 and the recent Final rules of Par 214 and Part 219. Part 243 program development and time lines will be discussed. Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss past audit or compliance issues.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
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Operations & Safety
4/24/2017 2:00 PM
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This panel discussion will begin with short presentations of each presenter’s innovative applications of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) within their organizations. This session will show how GIS is used in a wide variety of ways to benefit individual railroads and the industry with representatives from several railroads, RailInc, and the FRA’s Office of Policy. Following the short presentations, an open discussion and Q&A will allow session attendees to gain further insight and ideas on how this technology can benefit their railroads.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 2:00 PM
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Join us in for our Hot Topics in Finance session where we will be covering: Captive Insurance - New Ideas; New Tax Law that makes this old idea worth another look. Helping to navigate the tax world of employee expenses - a discussion of Meals & Expenses for Transportation Employees, and for Employees at the Convenience of the Employer. Developing a State Railroad Tax Credit Market - a discussion of existing tax credit programs and strategies for the successful implementation of a railroad tax credit program in your state.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
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Finance & Administration
4/24/2017 3:15 PM
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Please join for a great opportunity for Young Professionals to get some personal face-to-face time with seasoned industry experts. Open to HR Professionals as well as a broad cross-section of railroaders interested in mentoring others as we prepare the next generation of leaders in all facets of the railroad industry. During this session, you will hear experienced railroaders and other professionals discuss their life/work experience and career knowledge to educate and inform the younger generation in our industry. The session will include a workshop-type delivery with a structured format to generate interaction, questions and dialogue. Young professionals are encouraged to come prepared with questions ranging from specific industry topics to general career/life advice.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 3:15 PM
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What are Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS or drones)? How are they regulated? What legal issues and other factors should businesses consider before using drones? This panel will cover these issues and others relevant to the short line and regional railroad industry.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 3:15 PM
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This session will feature speakers from Shipper, Shortline, and Equipment Suppliers who are adopting new and innovative service, pricing, and equipment strategies to better compete with trucks and grow food and perishable volumes by rail.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 3:15 PM
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Best practices and concepts on how to utilize today's technologies that a short line railroad may already own or is able to acquire. Technologies may include cloud services, office applications, VOIP, collaborative software, mobile devices and safety displays. Representatives from Tacoma Rail and Carload Express, Inc. will share insights and opinions on these various technologies.
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RailroadU Breakout Sessions
4/24/2017 3:15 PM
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Networking Events
4/24/2017 4:00 PM
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Special Activities
4/25/2017 6:00 AM
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Breakfast service will begin at 7:00am; Meeting begins at 7:30am.
4/25/2017 7:00 AM
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On Tuesday afternoon, attendees will board buses to Grapevine to take a rail excursion down to the Fort Worth Stockyards. In Fort Worth, we will be able to disembark and visit the shops and eateries in the old stockyard district before boarding the train for the trip back to Grapevine.
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Special Activities
4/25/2017 12:00 PM
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If you are registering for more than one person to play in the golf outing, please enter the number in the box before hitting the Add button and then please provide the name(s) for your guest(s) by answering the questions below. Don't forget to hit the Save Responses button.
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Special Activities
4/25/2017 1:00 PM
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Special Activities
4/25/2017 1:00 PM
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Special Activities
4/25/2017 1:00 PM
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Networking Events
4/25/2017 7:00 PM
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This option is for Exhibitors who have opted for the Comp Exhibitor registration and wish to also participate in the Closing Tuesday evening event.
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Networking Events
4/25/2017 7:00 PM
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Committee Meetings
4/26/2017 8:00 AM
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