Participation Options
Get Involved with OTNA
We invite you to join our collaborative efforts in transforming freight transportation and industry infrastructure. Your expertise, insights, and participation are essential to building comprehensive solutions for North America's rail and industry challenges.
Our Focus Areas
VitalRail State Freight Rail Plans
Developing comprehensive freight rail strategies tailored to each state's unique needs and opportunities.
Industry-Specific Planning
Creating plans for critical sectors such as essential minerals extraction and forestry industry optimization.
IntelliConferences
Hosting fact-finding specialized conferences that bring together experts to identify challenges, create solutions, and advance breakthrough opportunities.
Ways to Participate
Visitors
No commitment required
- Access all public content
- Contact us with questions or feedback
- Explore our resources and research
Registered Stakeholders
Light engagement with discussion privileges
- Everything visitors can do, plus:
- Comment and ask questions on any page using Discussion Tabs
- Participate in community conversations
How to join: Please contact us with subject line "Registered Stakeholder" and introduce yourself, including your background and interests. We'll provide login credentials and a site orientation.
Participating Stakeholders
Active involvement in shaping the work
- All Registered Stakeholder privileges, plus:
- Direct input on Initiative development
- Access to working groups and specialized content
- Networking with fellow participants, experts and leaders
Ideal candidates:
- Leaders: Experience in transportation, logistics, policy, or related fields at any organizational level
- Subject Matter Experts (SMEs): Ability to provide verified information and expert analysis on relevant topics
How to join: Please contact us with subject line "Participating Stakeholder (Your Topic of Interest)" and describe your background and specific interests in OTNA initiatives.
Sponsors
Partnership opportunities for organizations
- Strategic alignment with OTNA's mission
- Brand visibility and networking opportunities
- Direct input on research priorities
- Access to exclusive insights and early findings
How to explore: Please contact us with subject line "Sponsorship" to discuss customized partnership opportunities.
Contributing Supporters
Financial support for our mission
- Quarterly contributions of $50-$500
- Help sustain ongoing research and IntelliConferences
- Recognition as a valued supporter
How to contribute: Please contact us with the subject line "Contributing Supporter" or click here:
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.
