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{{DISPLAYTITLE: What Role Can You Play in OTNA}}
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==== Introduction ====
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:
Stakeholders are invited to participate in the OTNA Workspace to provide meaningful input into sustainable industrial progress and to keep abreast of the dialogues and activities.  


==== Ethics Statement ====
= Roles =
As a Registered Stakeholder, Participating Stakeholder, or Sponsor we ask you to:
* Read the [[Founder's Statement]] and [https://sign.ontracknorthamerica.org/ OTNA 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 ====
====== Visitor ======


====== Visitors ======
* Access all public content
Visitors can read all our public pages and can [[Special:Contact|contact us]] with comments or questions without obtaining an individual account.
* Contact us with questions or feedback
* Explore our resources and research


====== Registered Stakeholders ======
====== Member ======
Registered Stakeholders can comment and ask questions using the Discussion Tab on each page. To become a Registered Stakeholder [https://work.ontracknorthamerica.org/index.php/Special:Contact?wpSubject=Registered+Stakeholder 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. 


====== Participating Stakeholders ======
* Everything Visitors can do, plus:
To become a Participating Stakeholder [https://work.ontracknorthamerica.org/index.php/Special:Contact?wpSubject=Participating+Stakeholder+(Topic+of+Interest) contact us] with the subject line: Participating Stakeholder (Topic of Interest). Please introduce yourself, your background and interests in VitalRail or another [[Initiatives|OTNA Initiative]]. We will supply you with a login ID, temporary password, and further instructions.
* 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


If you are interested in a more involved role, you may consider the following opportunities.
====== Participating Stakeholder ======


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


====== Sponsors ======
====== Sponsor ======
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 initiatives or a specific IntelliConference Series.  To investigate sponsorship [https://work.ontracknorthamerica.org/index.php/Special:Contact?wpSubject=Sponsorship contact us] with the subject line: Sponsorship. You will be contacted by an organizer.


====== Contributing Supporters ======
* Underwrite an Industrial Systems Initiative
If you support OTNA, VitalRail or any of our initiatives  you are welcome to sign-up as a Contributing Supporter with a financial commitment of $50 to $500 per quarter. Please [https://work.ontracknorthamerica.org/index.php/Special:Contact?wpSubject=Contributing+Supporter contact us] with the subject line: Contributing Supporter.
* Underwrite an IntelliConference Series
* Partnership opportunities for organizations
* Strategic alignment with OTNA's mission
* Brand visibility and networking opportunities


==== FAQs ====
====== Sustaining Contributor ======
When you register let us know if you have any questions that would be good for FAQs.
 
* 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 $75+
 
====== Volunteer ======
 
* Participate as an ongoing team member
* 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 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.

Latest revision as of 16:25, 2 January 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 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
  • Underwrite an Industrial Systems Initiative
  • Underwrite an IntelliConference Series
  • 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 $75+
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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