EB-2 NIWBusiness and managementIndividualDecided September 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
SEP192024_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A training consultant proposed operating a firm addressing IT and STEM workforce shortages through training and subcontracting services. The AAO dismissed the appeal, finding petitioner failed to establish national importance despite addressing general labor market needs, lacking evidence that one firm would impact the industry broadly or generate substantial economic benefits.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Proposed training and development consulting firm lacks demonstrated national importance; insufficient evidence of industry-wide impact or substantial economic effects
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed training and development consulting firm lacks demonstrated national importance; insufficient evidence of industry-wide impact or substantial economic effects |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not analyzed |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not analyzed |
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