Commercial manager sought EB-2 national interest waiver. AAO dismissed because petitioner failed to establish national importance of proposed commercial strategy endeavor under Dhanasar framework; evidence showed only personal or employer-specific benefit.

Business consultant seeking NIW for EB-2 classification. Petitioner claimed proposed business training and consulting endeavor would create jobs and contribute to economy. AAO held claimed endeavor lacks specific plan demonstrating national impact; experience and talent do not establish broad field impact at national level.

Food industry management consultant and chef sought EB-2 national interest waiver. AAO dismissed because petitioner failed to establish exceptional ability under any EB-2 criterion and did not establish national importance of proposed endeavor; business impact limited to own company.

A communications professional seeking EB-2 classification with national interest waiver claimed she would establish a marketing company as CEO. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding her proposed endeavor would serve only direct clients without demonstrating broader implications or substantial national economic effects required for national importance.