EB-1ABusiness and managementIndividualDecided 2017Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUL112017_02B2203
High salaryMetLeading or critical roleMetOriginal contributionsNot metFinal meritsNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Banking executive sought EB-1A extraordinary ability in business. Met two criteria: leading critical role and high salary. Failed to meet third required criterion on original contributions. AAO found aggregate evidence insufficient and did not conduct final merits determination.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- High salary · Annual income 2011-2015 and 2013 salary guide evidence demonstrated high salary relative to field
- Leading or critical role · Performed critical role as vice president and vice governor creating implemented promotional campaigns
What was missing
- Original contributions · Marketing campaigns not shown to have major significance impact beyond petitioner's employer
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 High salary | Met | Annual income 2011-2015 and 2013 salary guide evidence demonstrated high salary relative to field |
 Leading or critical role | Met | Performed critical role as vice president and vice governor creating implemented promotional campaigns |
 Original contributions | Not met | Marketing campaigns not shown to have major significance impact beyond petitioner's employer |
 Final merits | Not reached / not discussed | Only two of three required criteria met; final merits determination not required under Kazarian |
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