EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided June 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN212024_07B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Business development specialist proposes consulting services to U.S. companies in unspecified sectors emphasizing economic stimulation. Claimed national importance from field contributions and economic growth potential. AAO affirmed denial: professional plan lacks business projections, scope details, or evidence that local economic stimulation reaches substantial national-level impact threshold.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Business development services have substantial merit but lack specific national importance; no business plan, economic projections, or evidence of substantial positive economic effects at national level.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Business development services have substantial merit but lack specific national importance; no business plan, economic projections, or evidence of substantial positive economic effects at national level. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failure makes further analysis unnecessary per Bagamasbad. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failure makes further analysis unnecessary per Bagamasbad. |
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