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Tahmina Watson, founder, Watson Immigration Law

American Dream Attorney: How the Startup Visa Became Tahmina Watson’s Life Mission

For over a decade, Tahmina Watson, an immigration lawyer, bestselling author, and podcaster, has been advocating for the startup visa. Her books became testimony in Congress, helped shape new policies, and guided founders through the complexities of U.S. immigration.

Immigration Updates: What’s Next for International Founders?

The most significant development to watch is the introduction of a new extreme vetting process, which, according to legal experts, is a de facto travel ban.

Elizabeth Maruyama, founder, America Visa Advisory. Credit: America Visa Advisory.

How Elizabeth Maruyama Helps Thai Community Innovate and Prosper

Elizabeth Maruyama, founder of America Visa Advisory, has opened a new pathway for Thai entrepreneurs in the U.S. — one that goes beyond traditional restaurants. She encourages them to “immigrate smarter” by launching innovative, high-margin businesses that succeed in today’s tech-driven economy.

Erin Elliott, founder, Elliott Immigration Law LLC. Credit: Erin Elliott

How Immigration Attorney Erin Elliott Works to Make Atlanta the Tech Capital of the South

When Erin Elliott first started her legal practice, she worried it would be all about ‘filing papers’ and lack excitement. Fortunately, she was wrong. Today, Erin is at the forefront of shaping immigration policies and driving Atlanta’s rise as a tech hub for international entrepreneurs.

How I Secured Capital for My Early-Stage Startup as an Immigrant

I came to the U.S. with a dream of building my own business. Like many immigrants, I lacked a strong network for a ‘friends and family’ round. How did I manage to secure 150K in funding with nothing but an idea, while still on an H1B visa?

This Hiring Platform Empowers Immigrants, Single Parents, and Seniors

Holly Diamond, a first-generation Korean immigrant raised in New York City, never planned to be a startup founder. But the challenges that her parents faced as restaurant owners in the pandemic pushed her in a new direction. Holly launched her hiring platform, WorkOnward, to connect small businesses with underserved job seekers.

Trump vs. Harris: What the Election Means for International Tech Founders

With E-day upon us, immigrant entrepreneurs — many of whom cannot vote — must navigate the implications of how Americans cast their ballots. What is to be expected depending on who wins?

H1B Hustle: Immigrant Founders’ Playbook for U.S. Visa Success

Katya Stelmakh, a leading business immigration attorney, offers key insights for aspiring entrepreneurs navigating the H1B visa process.

From refugee to fintech trailblazer: How Lamine Zarrad is improving America’s credit scores

Born in Azerbaijan during its time as a Soviet Republic, Austin-based entrepreneur Lamine Zarrad has learned to not take freedom for granted. He now aims to liberate Americans from the burden of poor credit, a problem that plagues half of the U.S. population.

Connecting the dots: How an Indian-Ukrainian team links international students with U.S. universities

The founders of Kandor, an AI-powered marketplace helping Indian students apply to graduate programs in the U.S., have never met in person. How did they build their product amidst global disruptions, across continents and time zones?