TTC First Annual Conference & Tour
Presented by Wheel Rail Seminars and ENSCO
Save the date for this premier event bringing government, industry, and academia together to discuss critical needs in railway safety, security and research to move rail transportation forward for the next 50 years.
November 7-8, 2023
Day 1: Speakers and Sessions
Join us in downtown Pueblo, Colorado at the beautiful Pueblo Convention Center to hear many engaging speakers and network with fellow railway professionals.
November 7-8, 2023
As the new incumbents, ENSCO is excited to hold its first annual conference in partnership with Wheel Rail Seminars featuring a variety of presenters and topics from multiple railway organizations.
Day 2: Guided Tour of TTC
Participate in interactive and informative discussions, and enjoy an expanded guided tour of the TTC facilities, including exciting tour stops not previously seen by the public. Learn more about TTC
The high-quality conferences that you’ve become accustomed to with the Wheel Rail Interaction Conference produced by Wheel Rail Seminars, is proud to now offer another forum through the TTC Annual Conference & Tour.
Join us for two days of education, interaction, and engaging discussions from a variety of experts, plus get a never before seen look at the TTC with an expanded tour of the site.
Nov. 7th
Day 1: Pueblo Convention Center
Join us on day one, which will feature presentations and round table discussions with leaders from across many railroad organizations! Sessions will highlight the latest advancements in rail safety, emerging alternative energy, ongoing research, workforce development and more from railway sector leaders.
TTC First Annual Conference Speakers
Stay tuned. More speakers to be announced!
![Amit Bose]()
Amit Bose
Administrator, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
Keynote Speaker (invited)
![Sonya Proctor]()
Sonya Proctor
Assistant Administrator for Surface Operations, Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
TSA Cybersecurity Requirements for Railroads
![Mary Leary]()
Mary Leary
Associate Administrator for Research, Demonstration and Innovation for FTA
Moderated Federal Round Table – Focus Areas for Upcoming Funding Opportunities for Research and Workforce Development
![Brent Laing]()
Brent Laing
Vice President Engineering for CN
Moderated Railway Panel Discussion - Wants and Needs for Research and Workforce Development
![Michael Cleveland]()
Michael Cleveland
Director of Advanced Energy, Progress Rail
Battery Locomotives and Their Role in Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions
![Paul P. Skoutelas]()
Paul P. Skoutelas
President and Chief Executive Officer, American Public Transportation Association (APTA)
Moderated Railway Panel Discussion - Wants and Needs for Research and Workforce Development
![Larry Biess]()
Larry Biess
Assistant Vice President, Fleet Systems Research and Integration at Amtrak
Moderated Railway Panel Discussion - Wants and Needs for Research and Workforce Development
![Martin Ritter]()
Martin Ritter
CEO, Stadler US
The Future with Hydrogen: Case Study of the First Zero-Emission Hydrogen Passenger Trainset in the United States
Speakers and topics are subject to change.
Nov. 8th
Day 2: Transportation Technology Center
Join us for an expanded tour of the Transportation Technology Center where industry folks will be able to see multiple locations for the first time ever at the site that haven’t previously been open to the public with a guided tour, learn from industry experts, see on-track displays from multiple rail organizations, and more. This new and expanded tour has never been made available at any previous events, and ENSCO is proud to offer that opportunity at the First Annual TTC Conference & Tour!
TTC Tour Highlights
The tour will be a busing circuit to take people to multiple different locations at the TTC. On the bus, attendees will receive a guided tour of the facility while driving between locations. Join us for a never before seen look at the site!
- Multiple tour locations.
- See where impact testing, vehicle dynamic performance testing, hazmat training and more is done at multiple locations throughout the site.
- Subject matter experts.
- At each location, attendees will be greeted by a subject matter expert to talk about the activities done, answer questions, and more.
- Sponsored on-track static displays.
- See rail bound and portable on-track equipment from multiple industry suppliers that will be present during the tour to answer questions and give demonstrations.
Save the date on your calendar.
Pueblo Courtyard by Marriott
Hotel Reservations
You can use Courtyard by Marriott Hotel's secure online reservation system to book, modify or cancel your Reservation by clicking here:
- Your room:
- Those who prefer to call-in, you can use this number: 866-706-7815. You must identify yourself as being with the group “TTC Annual Conference & Tour” in order to qualify for our discounted room rate of $139/night. Reservations must be received on or before the cut-off date of October 11, 2023. Once our room block is full, you may not be able to receive our special rate.
- Room Deposits/Guarantees:
- Hotel reservations requires a credit card guarantee to secure your room reservation. Should you need to cancel your reservation, reservations must be canceled a minimum of 48 hours prior to arrival, 5PM hotel time, to avoid a one night cancellation penalty.
- Reservation Confirmation:
- You will receive your hotel confirmation email directly from the hotel.
