dismissed
L-1A
dismissed L-1A Case: Retail
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish that the beneficiary would be employed in a primarily managerial or executive capacity. The director found, and the AAO agreed, that the small size and scope of the U.S. business (a single gas station/convenience store) suggested the beneficiary would be required to perform day-to-day operational tasks rather than the high-level duties described.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Capacity Executive Capacity Qualifying Organization
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