Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Fitness: did not establish the national importance of her proposed
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the national importance of her proposed endeavor. The AAO concluded that while the fitness industry is generally important, the petitioner did not sufficiently demonstrate that her specific, local fitness business would have a broader impact on a national scale, as required by the Matter of Dhanasar framework.
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Substantial Merit National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Waiver Of Job Offer/Labor Certification
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