Entrepreneur in physical education sought NIW for martial arts academy serving athletes with special needs. AAO dismissed because petitioner did not qualify for underlying EB-2 (insufficient post-baccalaureate experience) and proposed endeavor lacked demonstrated national importance despite substantial merit.

A business development specialist sought a national interest waiver for self-employment in business development consulting. The AAO affirmed dismissal, finding substantial merit in the field but no national importance because evidence lacked a detailed business plan and failed to demonstrate substantial economic effects at a national level.

A financial manager sought NIW for EB-2 as advanced degree holder or individual of exceptional ability. AAO dismissed appeal because petitioner lacked advanced degree and failed to meet exceptional ability criteria; NIW analysis reserved.

Real estate entrepreneur sought EB-2 advanced degree classification and NIW. AAO affirmed denial because petitioner failed to demonstrate five years progressive post-baccalaureate experience in specialty; employment letters lacked required employer details and did not show progressive experience.