HVAC and electrical professional seeking EB-2 exceptional ability and NIW. AAO affirmed dismissal of motion to reopen and reconsider because petitioner failed to submit new facts supported by affidavits and documentary evidence, and motion to reconsider lacked citations to law or showing decision was incorrect.

A management and financial analyst sought EB-2 NIW for work as a financial analyst and starting a financial advisory services business. The AAO dismissed the appeal, upholding the director's decision that motion requirements were not met and that a business plan alone insufficient to establish national importance.

A self-petitioning professional with an advanced degree sought a national interest waiver. After earlier denial and several dismissed appeals and motions, a fourth combined motion to reopen and reconsider claimed ineffective assistance of prior counsel. The AAO dismissed it because no prejudice or substantial compliance with the required procedure was shown, and the arguments were repeated.

A financial advisor seeking EB-2 with NIW to operate an investment brokerage firm. AAO dismissed the appeal, finding the proposed endeavor lacked substantial merit and national importance as required under Dhanasar's first prong because no evidence demonstrated significant job creation, economic depression area impact, or broad prospective benefit to the United States.