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This is a team sport. We're synthesizing North America's industrial systems through stakeholder dialogues, research, and infrastructure planning. That requires diverse expertise and perspectives. Here's how you can contribute:


==== Introduction ====
= Roles =
Our first Industry Action Plan (IAP) is VitalRail. You can start participating in [[VitalRail]] and contribute to the design of other IAPs by selecting one of the participation roles below.  


==== Ethics Statement ====
====== Visitor ======
As a Registered Stakeholder, Participating Stakeholder, or Sponsor we ask you to:
* Read the [[Founder's Statement]] and [https://sign.ontracknorthamerica.org/ OTNA/CAPSI Ethics Statement]
* Please register your agreement with our ethics by signing the Statement. You will receive a copy of the signed statement via email.


==== Participation Roles ====
* Access all public content
* Contact us with questions or feedback
* Explore our resources and research


====== Visitors ======
====== Member ======
Visitors can read all our public pages and can [[Special:Contact|contact us]] with comments or questions without obtaining an individual account.


====== Registered Stakeholders ======
* Everything Visitors can do, plus:
Registered Stakeholders can comment and ask questions using the Discussion Tab on each page. To become a Registered Stakeholder [[Special:Contact|contact us]] with the subject line: '''Registered Stakeholder'''. In the Contact Us form introduce yourself, your background and interests. We will supply you with a login ID, temporary password and explain how to navigate the site. 
* Comment and ask questions in the Discussion Tabs on any page
* Participate in community conversations
* Regular updates on proceedings and relevant articles
* Receive the OTNA Moves monthly in depth newsletter on our progress
* $50 quarterly membership fee, scholarships available


====== Participating Stakeholders ======
====== Participating Stakeholder ======
To become a Participating Stakeholder [[Special:Contact|contact us]] with the subject line: '''Participating Stakeholder (Topic of Interest)'''. Please introduce yourself, your background and interests in VitalRail or another [[Industry Action Plan]]. We will supply you with a login ID, temporary password, and further instructions.


If you are interested in a more involved role, you may consider the following opportunities.
* Membership required
* Direct participation in IntelliConferences and Initiatives
* Access to working groups and specialized content
* Leaders and Subject Matter Experts welcomed: Ability to provide expert input on relevant topics


* '''Leader:'''  A person with leadership experience at any level within any of the subjects being addressed.
====== Sponsor ======
* '''SME''': As a Subject Matter Expert, you have the ability to provide verifiable information and considered views.
* '''Champion''': As a Champion you promote participation by other stakeholders.


====== Sponsors ======
* Underwrite an [[Industrial Systems Initiatives|Industrial Systems Initiative]] or an IntelliConference Series
Sponsorship of our work offers many direct benefits for the near and long term goals and mission of your organization. We invite any individual or organization to contact us about '''sponsorship of one of our Industry Action Plans or a specific IntelliConference Series'''.  To investigate sponsorship [[Special:Contact|contact us]] with the subject line: '''Sponsorship'''. You will be contacted by an organizer.
* Partnership opportunities for organizations
* Strategic alignment with OTNA's mission
* Brand visibility and networking opportunities


====== Contributing Supporters ======
====== Volunteer ======
If you support CAPSI, VitalRail or any of our Industry Action Plans you are welcome to sign-up as a Contributing Supporter with a financial commitment of $50 to $500 per quarter. Please [[Special:Contact|contact us]] with the subject line: '''Contributing Supporter'''.


==== FAQs ====
* Participate as an ongoing team member
When you register let us know if you have any questions that would be good for FAQs.
* Access to the site as a member of our volunteer team
 
 
 
= OTNA Activities You Can Help Advance =
 
====== State and Provincial Rail-Enabled Economic Development Plans ======
Comprehensive [[:File:New-Blueprint-for-Rail-Enabled-Economc-Development-Online-PDF-Format-4.pdf|industrial development strategies]] tailored to each jurisdiction's unique needs and opportunities.
 
====== Industrial Systems Initiatives ======
Whole industrial systems progress for critical sectors such as [[RE-STEM|essential minerals]] and [[RE-FOREST|forestry and wood products]].
 
====== [[IntelliConferences]] ======
Our large-group, inquiry-based methodology for convening stakeholders on specific topics to identify challenges, create solutions, and advance breakthrough opportunities.
 
====== OnTrackNorthAmerica Organizational Planning and Development ======
Work with OnTrackNorthAmerica to develop our various activities.
 
'''Please complete your Interest Form and we will respond appropriately.'''
 
= Commitment to Ethics =
OTNA maintains ethical standards that ensure all participants can contribute on equal footing. All Participating Stakeholders and Sponsors are required to:
 
# Review our [[Founder's Statement]] and [https://sign.ontracknorthamerica.org OTNA Promise Statement]
# Digitally sign the Promise Statement to confirm agreement
# You will receive email confirmation of the signed commitment
 
Our Promise Statement supports transparency, accountability, and mutual respect among all participants.

Revision as of 23:46, 3 February 2026

This is a team sport. We're synthesizing North America's industrial systems through stakeholder dialogues, research, and infrastructure planning. That requires diverse expertise and perspectives. Here's how you can contribute:

Roles

Visitor
  • Access all public content
  • Contact us with questions or feedback
  • Explore our resources and research
Member
  • Everything Visitors can do, plus:
  • Comment and ask questions in the Discussion Tabs on any page
  • Participate in community conversations
  • Regular updates on proceedings and relevant articles
  • Receive the OTNA Moves monthly in depth newsletter on our progress
  • $50 quarterly membership fee, scholarships available
Participating Stakeholder
  • Membership required
  • Direct participation in IntelliConferences and Initiatives
  • Access to working groups and specialized content
  • Leaders and Subject Matter Experts welcomed: Ability to provide expert input on relevant topics
  • Underwrite an Industrial Systems Initiative or an IntelliConference Series
  • Partnership opportunities for organizations
  • Strategic alignment with OTNA's mission
  • Brand visibility and networking opportunities
Volunteer
  • Participate as an ongoing team member
  • Access to the site as a member of our volunteer team


Donate Now Interest Form

OTNA Activities You Can Help Advance

State and Provincial Rail-Enabled Economic Development Plans

Comprehensive industrial development strategies tailored to each jurisdiction's unique needs and opportunities.

Industrial Systems Initiatives

Whole industrial systems progress for critical sectors such as essential minerals and forestry and wood products.

IntelliConferences

Our large-group, inquiry-based methodology for convening stakeholders on specific topics to identify challenges, create solutions, and advance breakthrough opportunities.

OnTrackNorthAmerica Organizational Planning and Development

Work with OnTrackNorthAmerica to develop our various activities.

Please complete your Interest Form and we will respond appropriately.

Commitment to Ethics

OTNA maintains ethical standards that ensure all participants can contribute on equal footing. All Participating Stakeholders and Sponsors are required to:

  1. Review our Founder's Statement and OTNA Promise Statement
  2. Digitally sign the Promise Statement to confirm agreement
  3. You will receive email confirmation of the signed commitment

Our Promise Statement supports transparency, accountability, and mutual respect among all participants.

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