An engineer sought NIW classification to establish a solar energy installation company. The AAO dismissed, finding the proposed endeavor lacked national importance; while installing residential, commercial, and industrial solar systems benefits the petitioner and clients, the record showed no evidence of national or global field implications or process improvements contemplated by Dhanasar.

Self-petitioner IT consultant with advanced degree sought EB-2 NIW. Claimed 24 years experience and endeavor generating eight jobs with national importance. AAO affirmed Director's denial; specific endeavor lacks national importance despite IT industry significance; claimed job creation and past experience insufficient for national importance determination.

A computer software engineer sought NIW classification for EB-2. The AAO dismissed the appeal, holding that the proposed endeavor of working as a backend or full stack developer at an unspecified company lacked the national importance required by Dhanasar, as it failed to demonstrate specific national or global implications within the field or substantial positive economic effects.

Marketing manager with 15 years experience in Brazil sought NIW for self-owned marketing business. Petitioner claimed national importance based on job creation and economic impact. AAO affirmed denial because proposed endeavor lacked sufficient evidence of national importance or broader industry impact beyond serving clients.