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==== Introduction ====
==== Get Involved with OTNA ====
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.  
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.


==== Ethics Statement ====
==== Our Focus Areas ====
As a Registered Stakeholder, Participating Stakeholder, or Sponsor we ask you to:
'''[[VitalRail]] State Freight Rail Plans'''
* 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 ====
Developing comprehensive freight rail strategies tailored to each state's unique needs and opportunities.


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


====== Registered Stakeholders ======
Creating plans for critical sectors such as [[essential minerals]] extraction and [[forestry industry]] optimization.
Registered Stakeholders can comment and ask questions using the Discussion Tab on each page. To become a Registered Stakeholder [https://capsi.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 ======
'''IntelliConferences'''
To become a Participating Stakeholder [https://capsi.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 [[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.  
Hosting fact-finding specialized conferences that bring together experts to identify challenges, create solutions, and advance breakthrough opportunities.


* '''Leader:'''  A person with leadership experience at any level within any of the subjects being addressed.
==== Ways to Participate ====
* '''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 ======
===== Visitors =====
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 [https://capsi.ontracknorthamerica.org/index.php/Special:Contact?wpSubject=Sponsorship contact us] with the subject line: Sponsorship. You will be contacted by an organizer.
'''No commitment required'''


====== Contributing Supporters ======
* Access all public content
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://capsi.ontracknorthamerica.org/index.php/Special:Contact?wpSubject=Contributing+Supporter contact us] with the subject line: Contributing Supporter.
* Contact us with questions or feedback
* Explore our resources and research


==== FAQs ====
==== Registered Stakeholders ====
When you register let us know if you have any questions that would be good for FAQs.
'''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 [[Special:Contact|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 [[Special:Contact|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 [[Special:Contact|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 [[Special:Contact|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.

Latest revision as of 15:52, 29 September 2025

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:

Donate Now

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:

  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.

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.

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