sustained EB-1A Case: Footwear Design
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Decision Summary
The Director initially denied the petition, finding the petitioner met only two of four claimed criteria. The AAO sustained the appeal, concluding the petitioner had in fact met all four criteria, providing sufficient evidence for published material in major media and for original contributions of major significance to his field. In the final merits determination, the AAO found the totality of the evidence, including his leading roles at major brands and influence on competitors, established the required sustained national or international acclaim.
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