sustained EB-1A Case: Art Curation
Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found that the petitioner had met at least three of the required evidentiary criteria, contrary to the Director's initial decision. Specifically, the AAO concluded that the beneficiary satisfied the 'leading or critical role' criterion based on her position as an Associate Curator for a distinguished art museum. Upon a final merits determination, the AAO found the totality of the evidence demonstrated the beneficiary's sustained national and international acclaim and recognition as being at the top of her field.
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