Success Stories: Operations Management Assistant Professor Earned EB1A with NAILG’s Guidance, Seamless Approval
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On April 16th, 2025, we received another EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) approval for an Assistant Professor in the Field of Operations Management (Approval Notice).
General Field: Operations Management
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Assistant Professor
Country of Origin: India
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Kansas
Approval Notice Date: April 16th, 2025
Processing Time: 1 year, 26 days
Case Summary:
In the complex world of modern business operations, few researchers have achieved the level of analytical impact and international reach that our client has established. His work, centered on operations strategies in startups, innovative business model design, and the intersection of finance and operations, has brought clarity and precision to some of the most pressing challenges faced by emerging firms and global enterprises alike.
His influence in the field began with the development of novel mathematical models that address critical questions in financing and marketing strategy. These models have gained international attention for their utility in expanding service capabilities and driving operational growth.
As one expert noted, “[Client] is a foremost researcher due to his improvements to campaign strategies. The ingenuity of his mathematical models has aided various services, leading to expanded operations and market engagement. It is for these reasons that I wholeheartedly support [client]’s work. He is clearly a major contributor to the field.”
Beyond research, our client has steadily built a record of professional leadership and service. He has:
● Authored 5 peer-reviewed journal articles (2 of them first-authored), published 1 preprint currently circulating among scholars
● Accumulated 277 citations across 32 countries, placing him among the top 1% of cited researchers in operations management over the past decade
● Completed at least 37 reviews for journals and conferences
● Served as a guest senior editor for a peer-reviewed journal
● And have taken on roles as a session chair and organizer at recognized academic conferences.
When he partnered with the North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG) to pursue his EB1A petition, there was a shared understanding of the significance of his contributions and the global relevance of his work. NAILG crafted a compelling case that framed his academic record and thought leadership within the broader context of U.S. national interest in business innovation and academic excellence.
The petition was approved without a Request for Evidence (RFE), reflecting both the strength of the documentation and the clarity of our client’s qualifications. We are honored to have earned his trust throughout this process and proud to have supported a scholar whose work is advancing innovation at the intersection of business strategy, analytics, and operations. His continued contributions will no doubt enrich the research and academic landscape in the United States.

