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From Visitor to Initiative Leader to Sponsor there are a full range of ways to contribute your perspectives, concerns, and resources.


==== Introduction ====
= Roles =
Our first [[Industry Action Plan]] (IAP) is VitalRail. You can start participating in VitalRail and other emerging IAPs by selecting a role.
==== Participation Roles ====


====== Visitors ======
====== Visitor ======
Visitors can see all our public pages. If you have any comments or questions as a visitor [[Special:Contact|contact us]] with the subject line: '''Topic of Interest'''.
* Access all public content
* Contact us with questions or feedback
* Explore our resources and research


====== Ethics Statement for Registered Stakeholders, Participating Stakeholders, and Sponsors ======
====== Member ======
As a Registered Stakeholder, Participating Stakeholder, or Sponsor we ask you to:
* Everything visitors can do, plus:
* Read the [[Founder's Statement]] and [[OTNA/CAPSI Ethics]] pages.
* Comment and ask questions on any page using Discussion Tabs
* Please register your agreement with our ethics by........
* Participate in community conversations
* Regular updates on proceedings and relevant articles
* OTNA Moves, monthly indepth newsletter of our progress
* $50 quarterly membership fee, scholarships available


====== Registered Stakeholders ======
====== Participating Stakeholder ======
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. 
* All Member privileges, plus:
* Participation in IntelliConferences
* Direct input on Initiatives
* Access to working groups and specialized content
* Networking with fellow participants, experts, and leaders
* '''Leaders:''' Recognized identity and expertise in industry, transportation, logistics, policy, or related fields
* '''Subject Matter Experts (SMEs):''' Ability to provide verified information and expert input on relevant topics


====== Participating Stakeholders ======
====== Sponsor ======
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.
* Industrial Systems Initiative Sponsor
* IntelliConference Series Sponsor
* Partnership opportunities for organizations
* Strategic alignment with OTNA's mission
* Brand visibility and networking opportunities


If you are interested in a more involved role, you may consider the following opportunities.
====== Sustaining Contributor ======
* Recognition as a valued supporter
* OTNA Moves, monthly indepth newsletter of our progress
* Help sustain ongoing research and IntelliConferences
* Financial support for our progress
* Quarterly contributions of $25+


* '''Leader:'''  A person with leadership experience at any level within any of the subjects being addressed.
====== Volunteer ======
* '''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.
* '''Scout''':  As a Scout, you interact with professional stakeholders and research information to uncover POVs that may be relevant and valuable to the evolution of critical subjects.


====== Sponsor Prospects ======
* Participate as an ongoing team member
Sponsorship of our work offers many direct benefits for the near and long term goals and mission of your organization. We invite any organization within the sectors of business, government, labor, associations, advocacy, industry media and academia to contact us about '''sponsorship of one of our Industry Action Plans or a specific IntelliConference Series'''.  To investigate sponsorship, select [[Special:Contact|contact us]] with the subject line: '''Sponsorship'''. You will be contacted by an organizer.
* Access to the site as a member of our volunteer team


==== FAQs ====
When you register let us know if you have any questions that would be good for FAQs.
 
= 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 [[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 Ethics Statement]
# Digitally sign the Ethics Statement to confirm agreement
# You will receive email confirmation of the signed commitment
 
Our Ethics Statement supports transparency, accountability, and mutual respect among all participants.

Latest revision as of 17:32, 18 December 2025

From Visitor to Initiative Leader to Sponsor there are a full range of ways to contribute your perspectives, concerns, and resources.

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 on any page using Discussion Tabs
  • Participate in community conversations
  • Regular updates on proceedings and relevant articles
  • OTNA Moves, monthly indepth newsletter of our progress
  • $50 quarterly membership fee, scholarships available
Participating Stakeholder
  • All Member privileges, plus:
  • Participation in IntelliConferences
  • Direct input on Initiatives
  • Access to working groups and specialized content
  • Networking with fellow participants, experts, and leaders
  • Leaders: Recognized identity and expertise in industry, transportation, logistics, policy, or related fields
  • Subject Matter Experts (SMEs): Ability to provide verified information and expert input on relevant topics
  • Industrial Systems Initiative Sponsor
  • IntelliConference Series Sponsor
  • Partnership opportunities for organizations
  • Strategic alignment with OTNA's mission
  • Brand visibility and networking opportunities
Sustaining Contributor
  • Recognition as a valued supporter
  • OTNA Moves, monthly indepth newsletter of our progress
  • Help sustain ongoing research and IntelliConferences
  • Financial support for our progress
  • Quarterly contributions of $25+
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 Ethics Statement
  2. Digitally sign the Ethics Statement to confirm agreement
  3. You will receive email confirmation of the signed commitment

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

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