Helicopter pilot sought NIW for EB-2 exceptional ability classification to work in medical air transport without job offer. AAO dismissed appeal because proposed work lacked national importance despite claims of public health benefits; endeavor did not demonstrate broader field impact or substantial societal welfare enhancement.

Exercise physiologist seeking EB-2 with national interest waiver claimed proposed endeavor had substantial merit and national importance. AAO affirmed denial, finding endeavor lacked national importance because benefits would not extend beyond petitioner's clients to impact field or economy broadly.

A chief executive sought EB-2 classification as an individual of exceptional ability and a national interest waiver. The AAO affirmed denial because the petitioner failed to meet any of the three required evidentiary criteria for exceptional ability, including insufficient documentation of ten years of full-time experience and unverifiable letters.

An advanced degree marketing professional seeks EB-2 NIW for a startup marketing and business development company focused on SMEs. Director denied the petition. AAO affirmed, finding the endeavor has merit but lacks national importance; job creation and economic projections in a single firm are insufficient under Dhanasar.