Aircraft maintenance technician sought EB-2 exceptional ability with national interest waiver for proposed aircraft maintenance and training business. AAO affirmed denial, finding petitioner failed first prong: specific endeavor lacked demonstrated national importance despite aircraft technician shortage; generic industry value insufficient.

HR professional and entrepreneur sought EB-2 NIW based on proposed AI platform connecting businesses with artisans and sustainable fashion work. AAO found endeavor lacked sufficient national importance; broad statements about economic benefits and job creation were unsubstantiated by corroborating evidence of prospective impact.

An entrepreneur claiming exceptional ability and NIW sought to provide IT and business services. The AAO affirmed dismissal, finding his proposed endeavor had substantial merit but lacked national importance and would not impact the IT industry broadly or create substantial economic effects.

A sales director seeking EB-2 with national interest waiver claimed ability to direct organizational sales teams and develop training programs. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding the proposed endeavor lacks national importance as it would only affect individual partner companies without demonstrating substantial positive economic effects or broader field impact.