An exercise physiologist and entrepreneur sought EB-2 classification and national interest waiver for work in exercise physiology and business. The AAO affirmed the service center's denial because the petitioner failed to demonstrate his proposed endeavor had national importance beyond his individual clients and lacked evidence of substantial economic impact.

Self-petitioner entrepreneur in finance seeking NIW as EB-2. Claimed endeavor of financial advisory and training has substantial merit and national importance. AAO held the endeavor lacks demonstrated national importance because evidence does not show broader impact on the finance industry or economy beyond the business itself.

Geoscientist and data scientist holding advanced degree seeking NIW. Petitioner proposed climate and groundwater modeling research with potential government decision-making and sustainability benefits. AAO held proposed endeavor lacks national importance despite field relevance; supporting letters addressed petitioner's qualifications, not endeavor's broader impact or employment potential.

General and operations manager seeking EB-2 advanced degree with national interest waiver. Claimed management endeavor would have national importance and that he was well positioned to advance it. AAO found material changes to proposed endeavor between filing and RFE response; initial employment no longer viable; endeavor lacked demonstration of broader implications or substantial economic effects.