Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Finance (2023): the AAO granted the motion to reopen but ultimately
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Decision Summary
The AAO granted the motion to reopen but ultimately dismissed the appeal. The petitioner, a financial executive, failed to establish that his proposed endeavor possessed national importance under the Dhanasar framework. Although his work had substantial merit, he did not demonstrate that its prospective impact would extend beyond his direct employers to a level commensurate with national importance, such as through significant job creation or broader industry-wide innovations.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Waiver Of Job Offer Requirement Would Benefit The U.S.
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