Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Marketing (2023): did not establish her proposed endeavor, operating a
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that her proposed endeavor, operating a startup marketing consultancy, had national importance. The AAO agreed with the Director's finding that the endeavor's impact was too limited, primarily benefiting the petitioner, her company, and her clients, rather than having the broader implications required for a national interest waiver under the Dhanasar framework.
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Substantial Merit National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance Endeavor Balance Of Factors For Waiver
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