015: The Founder Academy

Today, I’m taking a deep dive into the visa statuses based on extraordinary ability: the O-1A nonimmigrant visa, the EB-1A green card, and the EB-2 NIW green card.

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And even if you’re still not qualified for these visa types, what I’ll discuss are things you can do moving forward to build the requisite portfolio of accomplishments so you can qualify in the future.

No matter where you are in the world, and no matter what your past accomplishments are…

… if you have a desire for where you’re going in the future,

… you can see your company starting to take shape in your mind’s eye, and

… you can see the role that you want to play in that company 

It’s really possible to build out your criteria for these types of visas in parallel with building your company.

Just remember that there’s no one size fits all. It’s all very individual. Everybody’s field or company is different. And that’s what makes startups unique and exciting because they have so much potential! 

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

  • A brief recap about the O-1A, EB-1A, and EB-2 NIW visa types
  • How these types of immigration statuses are assessed by an immigration attorney
  • Real-life examples of people we’ve helped

Resources mentioned:

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We review where you are, map the realistic pathways, and tell you which ones actually fit your timeline, your goals, and your risk tolerance. You leave with a plan, whether you hire us or not. If your career or your company depends on getting this right, let’s talk.