What Role Can You Play with OTNA?
From Visitor to Initiative Leader to Sponsor there are a full range of ways to contribute your perspectives, concerns, and resources.
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
- $25 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
Sponsor
- Industrial Systems Initiative Sponsor
- IntelliConference Series Sponsor
- Partnership opportunities for organizations
- Strategic alignment with OTNA's mission
- Brand visibility and networking opportunities
Sustaining Contributor
- Includes membership benefits
- Recognition as a valued supporter
- Help sustain ongoing research and IntelliConferences
- Financial support for our progress
- Quarterly contributions of $50+
Activities to contribute to
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 to identify challenges, create solutions, and advance breakthrough opportunities.
Our Commitment to Ethics
OTNA maintains the highest ethical standards to ensure all participants can contribute on equal footing. All Participating Stakeholders and Sponsors are required to:
- Review our Founder's Statement and 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about participation, our work, or getting started? When you register, please share any questions that might benefit other potential participants. We continuously update our FAQ section based on community input.
