My CEO wrote the letter. Is she biased?

A letter written by your CEO can absolutely be used in an EB-1 petition, and the fact that it comes from someone close to your work does not invalidate it. Letters from leaders and direct supervisors are common in these petitions and offer a detailed view of your achievements. The key issue is not the existence of the relationship, but the overall balance of the evidence package.

In the context of the EB-1, some degree of bias is expected from someone who knows your work closely and is generally not a problem, as long as the letter is substantiated and specific. What strengthens the case is supporting it with independent voices:

• Letters from experts who have no direct relationship with you and can attest to your impact impartially.
• External recognition, such as awards, publications, and citations of your work.
• Concrete details in the CEO’s letter: what you did, what results you achieved, and why it stands out.

The more the leadership testimony aligns with third-party evidence, the more robust the petition becomes. Since each case is evaluated individually, it is worth checking the updated requirements and organizing your letters with the support of a specialist.

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