Civil construction project manager with master's degree proposes Florida-based residential and commercial remodeling company. AAO dismissed the national interest waiver appeal, finding the business plan lacked documented evidence of prospective impact beyond serving specific clients or employees, and projected revenues and job creation were insufficient to demonstrate national importance.

An airplane pilot sought EB-2 national interest waiver for a proposed aviation training business in Florida. AAO dismissed the appeal, finding the petitioner failed to demonstrate national importance. The business plan lacked specifics on wages, worker numbers, location, and how the endeavor would have broader implications beyond the aviation industry.

Civil engineer sought EB-2 national interest waiver for residential construction business venture. Director found petitioner qualified as advanced degree holder but waiver failed. AAO agreed petitioner did not establish national importance under Dhanasar first prong; construction work lacked broader field implications.

Professional in human resources consulting seeks NIW for EB-2 classification as advanced degree holder or exceptional ability. Claimed endeavor addresses workforce skills gap through training programs. AAO held endeavor lacks broader field impact and fails to demonstrate national importance required for NIW.