L-1A Sustained — Winery (2005): the director denied the petition because the beneficiary

Decision Summary

The director denied the petition because the beneficiary would not directly supervise other employees. The AAO sustained the appeal, finding that the petitioner successfully established the beneficiary would be employed as a 'function manager.' The beneficiary would manage an essential function (sales and marketing for a specific wine brand), exercise significant discretionary authority, and operate at a senior level within the organization, thus qualifying for the L-1A classification without directly supervising staff.

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