A financial manager sought NIW for EB-2 as advanced degree holder or individual of exceptional ability. AAO dismissed appeal because petitioner lacked advanced degree and failed to meet exceptional ability criteria; NIW analysis reserved.

Speech-language pathologist holding foreign bachelor's degree equivalent sought national interest waiver. Did not establish five years progressive experience for advanced degree professional status. Proposed endeavor providing patient care lacked national importance as it would impact only direct clients. Appeal dismissed.

Petitioner with business plan seeking EB-2 with NIW for startup company projecting job creation and employee growth. AAO affirmed denial, finding business plan and employment projections insufficient to establish national importance or demonstrate impact beyond the company itself.

Language specialist sought NIW for EB-2 classification. AAO dismissed because petitioner did not qualify for underlying EB-2 (foreign degree not equivalent to bachelor's and lacked five years post-degree experience) and teaching endeavor lacked national importance despite occurring in important field.