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If you had the chance to ask a former Associate Director of Operations at the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) questions, what would be your top questions?

Tomorrow, you have a rare opportunity to hear from a veteran who spent 33 years inside the U.S. immigration system. Most people only experience immigration from the applicant's side. Douglas Pierce experienced it from the other side of the desk. As a former USCIS Supervisory Immigration Services Officer, he spent more than three decades interviewing applicants, adjudicating cases, training immigration officers, and overseeing naturalization and citizenship processes. In this exclusive live session, he'll share what he's learned about the journey from aspiring immigrant to green card holder and ultimately, U.S. citizen. Whether you're exploring an O-1 visa, building toward an EB-1A, pursuing employment sponsorship, planning your move to the U.S., or already have a green card, understanding how USCIS evaluates applications can give you valuable perspective at every stage of your immigration journey.

Tomorrow, you have a rare opportunity to hear from a veteran who spent 33 years inside U.S. immigration. What would you ask someone who spent decades reviewing immigration applications and making decisions? Join us for From Green Card to Citizenship: Insights from 33 Years Inside U.S. Immigration with former USCIS Supervisory Immigration Services Officer Douglas Pierce. Save your seat now.

A major shift just happened in U.S. immigration policy, and for many immigrants, founders, and highly skilled professionals, the path to a Green Card may have just become more complicated. USCIS has announced a stricter approach to Adjustment of Status approvals, raising serious questions for people currently in the U.S. or planning their long-term immigration strategy. This Saturday, former USCIS Associate Director of Operations, Michael Valverde joins us live to explain: • What USCIS’ new policy actually means • Who may be most affected • The hidden risks many applicants are overlooking • How O-1, EB-1A, and employment-based immigrants should think about their next steps • What founders and global professionals should start preparing for now If you’re building toward an O-1, EB-1A, or future Green Card strategy, this is not a conversation to miss. 📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026 🕙 10AM EST | 3PM WAT | 5PM EAT Hosted by Agoravisa

A major shift just happened in U.S. immigration policy, and a lot of people are understandably asking the same question: Will Adjustment of Status become harder from inside the U.S.? This Saturday, former USCIS Associate Director of Operations Michael Valverde joins us live to explain what the new USCIS policy really means for: • Founders and startup operators • O-1 visa holders and applicants • EB-1A candidates • Employment-based immigrants • Highly skilled professionals planning a U.S. move If you’re already in the U.S., preparing for an O-1 or EB-1A, or hoping to transition to a green card in the future, this conversation could directly affect your strategy. No speculation. No fear-mongering. Just practical clarity from someone who helped shape immigration policy from inside USCIS. 📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026 ⏰ 10AM EST | 3PM WAT | 5PM EAT Hosted by Agora Visa. Reserve your seat now.

Many high-performing professionals overlook the O-1 visa because they assume it’s only for celebrities or elite public figures. In reality, founders, operators, creatives, executives, and recognized professionals are using this pathway to relocate and expand opportunities in the U.S. In this live webinar, Oluyomi Ojo will show you what actually matters and how to assess your eligibility strategically. 📍 Live Webinar 📅 May 23 🎟 Free Registration