Manufacturing engineering manager sought EB-2 NIW. AAO dismissed, holding that although petitioner qualifies as an advanced degree professional and is well positioned to advance the endeavor, it lacks national importance because it does not demonstrate sufficient prospective impact on the field or nation.

Sustainability specialist sought EB-2 with national interest waiver. He claimed work helping companies become sustainable would address climate change and create jobs. AAO dismissed because the proposed endeavor lacked sufficient evidence of national importance; general assertions about economic impact without concrete corroboration were insufficient.

Civil engineer and project manager seeks NIW for EB-2 classification to offer project management consulting for construction and infrastructure projects. AAO dismissed appeal, finding the proposed endeavor lacks sufficient national importance; record does not establish substantial economic effects or job creation at required scale despite general industry importance.

Business and financial consultant with advanced degree sought NIW to provide consulting and trade partnership services in South Florida. AAO held petitioner failed to establish national importance because his specific endeavor lacks broader implications and revenue projections do not demonstrate substantial positive economic effects.