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.

Physical therapist and entrepreneur sought EB-2 with national interest waiver to establish her own practice providing wellness services. AAO affirmed denial, finding her proposed endeavor lacked the national importance required under Dhanasar's first prong, as it had only local economic implications without broader field impact.

Self-employed real estate businessperson sought EB-2 national interest waiver for sustainable affordable housing venture. AAO dismissed appeal because petitioner failed to establish EB-2 qualification as advanced degree professional and because proposed endeavor lacked demonstrated national importance despite addressing affordable housing crisis.

Marketing entrepreneur sought NIW under EB-2 advanced degree. Did not establish qualifying advanced degree; claimed national importance via job creation and climate resilience marketing. AAO agreed substantial merit shown but rejected national importance, finding limited personnel and economic impact insignificant for industry scale.