An attorney with advanced degree sought EB-2 NIW for providing international law consulting in foreign investment and trade. The AAO found the endeavor lacked demonstrated national importance as it would not sufficiently extend beyond the petitioner's clients to impact the field or economy broadly, thus failing the first Dhanasar prong.

Financial manager with advanced degree sought national interest waiver for consulting firm providing financial planning and company valuation services. AAO found endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; projected eight million dollars in revenue and twenty-one jobs insufficient to demonstrate national-level economic impact. Appeal dismissed.

A facility manager sought EB-2 national interest waiver for proposed facility management and sustainability projects. While establishing substantial merit, he failed to demonstrate national importance under Dhanasar because the record lacked evidence of broader field implications, significant U.S. worker employment potential, or substantial positive economic effects beyond individual customer benefits.

Financial manager seeking EB-2 with NIW for business consulting platform. Qualified for EB-2 advanced degree category. AAO found proposed endeavor has substantial merit but lacks national importance; benefits do not extend beyond employer and clients to impact field or national economy.