Founders Bay Virtual Workshop: Accessing the U.S. Market: Immigration, Investment, and the EB-5 Opportunity
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This online workshop brings together immigration attorneys, project developers, and investors to help
global founders and professionals understand viable pathways for entering and scaling within the U.S.
market.
Target Audience:
Global founders and executives seeking U.S. market entry
H-1B holders, STEM graduates, and students exploring permanent residency options
International partners, family offices, and advisors supporting immigrant entrepreneurs
Agenda Overview
U.S. Market Entry & Mobility Options A clear breakdown of the main visa categories available to entrepreneurs and professionals, why EB-5 is uniquely strategic in today’s climate, and how recent policy changes affect decision-making.
Practical Guidance for H-1B Holders, Students & STEM Talent An explanation of concurrent filing, automatic work extensions, priority dates, retrogression, and how families — especially those with children nearing age 21 — can navigate timing effectively.
Understanding the EB-5 Investment Side A review of what defines a credible EB-5 project, how due diligence works, what protections matter most, and how capital is deployed to create the required jobs.
Insights from Project Development & Capital Markets An inside look at how major developments are structured, how EB-5 capital supports execution, and what structural incentives help ensure job creation, construction completion, and investor repayment.
Open Q&A & Next Steps An opportunity for founders, investors, and professionals to ask questions and explore personalized strategies for U.S. residency, market access, or cross-border growth.
Speakers:
Omar Mukhtar - Founder CEO @ Omar Autonomous
Matthew Khalili - CEO @ Plan Writers
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