EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided June 2023Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN222023_06B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A supply chain specialist sought national interest waiver for a proposed independent venture. The AAO dismissed, finding the endeavor lacks national importance because it would benefit only her clientele without extending to broader regional or national economic effects, despite her qualifications.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Supply chain specialist's proposed endeavor lacks national importance; merely working in important field insufficient, no broader implications shown
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Supply chain specialist's proposed endeavor lacks national importance; merely working in important field insufficient, no broader implications shown |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not analyzed because first prong failed; decision reserved opinion on second and third prongs |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not analyzed because first prong failed; decision reserved opinion on remaining prongs |
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