Dismissed
L-1A
L-1A Dismissed — Retail: did not establish the beneficiary would be employed in a
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary would be employed in a primarily managerial or executive capacity. The director found, and the AAO agreed, that the beneficiary's described duties, such as managing daily operations and shifts, were not consistent with a primarily managerial or executive role, especially considering the small size of the U.S. operation.
Criteria Discussed
Managerial Capacity Executive Capacity New Office Extension Requirements
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