Self-petitioning pilot seeks NIW as EB-2 advanced degree or exceptional ability professional. Failed to qualify for underlying EB-2 classification (only two of six criteria met). AAO dismissed; pilot work as proposed lacks substantial merit and national importance; endeavor insufficiently documented and explained.

Taekwondo athlete and coach claiming NIW under EB-2. Petitioner asserted exceptional ability under multiple criteria; Director found only one met. On appeal, insufficient arguments and evidence to overcome exceptional ability finding. NIW claim failed at first Dhanasar prong: proposed endeavor lacks national importance. Appeal dismissed.

Marketing professional in financial services sought advanced degree and exceptional ability classifications with national interest waiver. AAO dismissed appeal because petitioner failed first Dhanasar prong: established substantial merit and was well positioned but did not demonstrate that providing marketing services to limited clients has national importance distinct from general importance of her occupation.

Speech-language pathologist holding foreign bachelor's degree equivalent sought national interest waiver. Did not establish five years progressive experience for advanced degree professional status. Proposed endeavor providing patient care lacked national importance as it would impact only direct clients. Appeal dismissed.