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DeKalb GA News Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Retail Trade industry during 2024?

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Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS | https://www.dhswatchlist.com/

Tammy Meckley, Associate Director, Immigration Records and Identity Services Directorate for USCIS | https://www.dhswatchlist.com/

Employers classified under the Retail Trade industry based within the DeKalb GA News publication area, submitted 16 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub. Of these, 14 were approved (87.5%), while two were denied (12.5%).

Employers are classified under industries based on their reported operations and may be involved in multiple industries.

The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to temporarily hire foreign workers in specialty occupations requiring specialized knowledge and at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. It is designed to address skill gaps in the U.S. workforce while ensuring wage standards to protect both U.S. and H-1B workers. Employers must certify that they will pay H-1B workers wages equal to or greater than those of similarly qualified U.S. employees or the prevailing local wage.

The average approval rate for H-1B petitions across the United States in 2024 stood at 98%, slightly higher than 2023's 97.3%. Locally, employers across all industries located within the DeKalb GA News publication area submitted 1,318 petitions during the same period, achieving an approval rate of 91.4%.

The Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry led the H-1B filings in the DeKalb GA News publication area during 2024, with 556 petitions (42.2% of all submissions), and an approval rate of 98.2%. Meanwhile, the Educational Services industry was the second largest contributor, filing 330 petitions (25% of the total), with an approval rate of 98.5%.

Compared to 2023, the Retail Trade sector in the DeKalb GA News publication area saw a 60% increase in the number of H-1B petitions during 2024.

The United States admits around 1 million legal immigrants annually, most of whom receive permanent residence (green cards) through family sponsorship or employment-based visas. In 2023, about 1.2 million immigrants were granted green cards, a return to pre-pandemic levels. Temporary visa programs, such as the H-1B for highly skilled workers and H-2A for seasonal agricultural workers, also play a critical role in filling workforce needs.

Public opinion on immigration varies, with 46% of Americans favoring maintaining current legal immigration levels, according to a 2024 Pew Research Center survey. Additionally, 42% believe that highly skilled workers, such as scientists, doctors, and programmers, should be prioritized for legal immigration, compared to 25% who prioritize workers filling labor shortages and 19% who emphasize family sponsorship. Despite this, family sponsorship remains the most common path to permanent residency, accounting for 63% of green cards issued in 2023.

The data in this article comes from the H-1B Employer Data Hub provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). While USCIS strives for accuracy, manual data entry and errors on paper forms submitted by applicants or petitioners may result in discrepancies in employer names, tax IDs, locations, or other details.

H-1B Petitions by Industry in the DeKalb GA News Publication Area, 2024
RankIndustryTotal Petitions% of All Submissions% Approved% Denied
1Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services55642.2%98.2%1.8%
2Educational Services33025%98.5%1.5%
3Health Care and Social Assistance16512.5%46.7%53.3%
4Manufacturing644.9%98.4%1.6%
5Accommodation and Food Services231.7%95.7%4.3%
5Wholesale Trade231.7%95.7%4.3%
5Information231.7%95.7%4.3%
8Construction211.6%100%0%
9Finance and Insurance181.4%100%0%
9Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services181.4%88.9%11.1%
11Retail Trade161.2%87.5%12.5%
12Transportation and Warehousing70.5%100%0%
13Other Services (except Public Administration)60.5%83.3%16.7%
14Management of Companies and Enterprises20.2%100%0%
14Real Estate and Rental and Leasing20.2%100%0%
16Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation10.1%100%0%
16Utilities10.1%100%0%
Employer H-1B Petitions in the DeKalb GA News Publication Area During 2024
Company NameIndustriesTotal Petitions% Approved% Denied
Emory UniversityEducational Services26999.6%0.4%
Insight Global, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services, Health Care and Social Assistance26566.8%33.2%
Innova Solutions, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services, Retail Trade11598.3%1.7%
Edu Infotech International Resources, Inc.Information, Educational Services43100%0%
Vervenest Technologies, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services21100%0%
JKV International, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services, Information21100%0%
Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc.Manufacturing21100%0%
Cira Infotech, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services19100%0%
Softpath System, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services16100%0%
Validit Solutions, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services15100%0%
Six Continents Hotels Intercon, Inc.Accommodation and Food Services15100%0%
Centers for Disease Control and PRProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services14100%0%
AA Educational Solutions, LLCEducational Services1478.6%21.4%
Magnum Opus It, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services13100%0%
KR3 Information Systems, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services12100%0%
Zhao Business Solution, Inc.Finance and Insurance10100%0%
Cloud World, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services10100%0%
Ciox Health D B a Datavant Inc., LLCInformation, Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services9100%0%
Cmes, Inc.Construction, Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services9100%0%
Vcit Solutions, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services9100%0%
Kptech, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services887.5%12.5%
Powerbuild Construction, LLCConstruction8100%0%
Elekta, Inc.Manufacturing8100%0%
Bricz, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services7100%0%
Acuity Brands Technology, Inc.Manufacturing7100%0%
Think Development SystemsProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services6100%0%
Edu Infotech International Res, Inc.Educational Services6100%0%
Epi-Use America, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services6100%0%
Spar Solutions, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services6100%0%
Meridian Cooperative F K a Sou, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services6100%0%
Dwell Design Studio, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services5100%0%
Retail Management Services, Corp.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services5100%0%
CRH Americas Materials, Inc.Construction, Manufacturing, Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services5100%0%
Emory Childrens Pediatric InstitutHealth Care and Social Assistance5100%0%
Volt Management, Corp.Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services580%20%
Furniture Com America, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services560%40%
Global Nursing Recruiters, Inc.Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services580%20%
Serta Simmons Bedding, LLCManufacturing4100%0%
JR Software Solutions, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services4100%0%
Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta inHealth Care and Social Assistance4100%0%
Six Continents Hotels Intercontinental Hotels Group, Inc.Accommodation and Food Services4100%0%
Practus Advisors, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services4100%0%
Sonnen, Inc.Utilities, Manufacturing, Wholesale Trade4100%0%
A1 Wholesale Supply, LLCWholesale Trade4100%0%
Ivoyant, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services4100%0%
GLLV CPA, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Paya, Inc.Finance and Insurance3100%0%
KJS Food Enterprises, LLCRetail Trade, Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Sai Krupa International, Inc.Wholesale Trade3100%0%
Deutz CorporationManufacturing3100%0%
Intelliprise, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services333.3%66.7%
Niit USA, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Convergence Acceleration Solutions, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
The Weather Company, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Georgia Central University, Inc.Educational Services366.7%33.3%
Wipro Next Gen Enterprise, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Arya Global, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Brandscapes Worldwide ConsultancyProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Bennett and Pless, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Pes Structural EngineersProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Aprio, LLPProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Hapag-Lloyd America, LLCTransportation and Warehousing3100%0%
Ciox Health, LLCInformation3100%0%
Alvaria, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Head Start Solutions, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Willmer Engineering, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Headstart Solutions, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services3100%0%
Radiumsoft, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Geodigital International CorporationInformation, Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Epi Use America, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services250%50%
Gleeds USA, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Precision 2000, Inc.Construction2100%0%
Grace International, LLCWholesale Trade2100%0%
HR Path USProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Purafil, Inc.Manufacturing2100%0%
Northstar Software Services Group, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services20%100%
Tekstream Solutions, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Synapse Technologies, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Nuvizz Consultancy Services, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Arauco North America, Inc.Manufacturing2100%0%
Meridian Cooperative F K a Southeastern Data Cooperative, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Stryki Platforms, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Brandscapes Worldwide Consultancy, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Nolan Transportation Group, LLCTransportation and Warehousing2100%0%
Wilson Construction Management, LLCConstruction2100%0%
Bway CorporationManufacturing2100%0%
SMT Distributors, Inc.Wholesale Trade2100%0%
Agnes Scott College, Inc.Educational Services2100%0%
M-Technician Systems USA, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Clinical Data Solution, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Shear Structural, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Open Systems, Inc.Information2100%0%
Corecard Software, Inc.Information2100%0%
Optimized Investment Holdings, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services2100%0%
Securends, Inc.Information2100%0%
Pioneer Apparel, Inc.Wholesale Trade1100%0%
Northbrook Industries, Inc.Accommodation and Food Services1100%0%
Nica Life Jewelry, LLCOther Services (except Public Administration)1100%0%
Pike Industries, Inc.Construction1100%0%
Nextraq, LLC1100%0%
Neuravest Research, Inc.Finance and Insurance1100%0%
Nutecusa, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Oak Grove United Methodist ChurchOther Services (except Public Administration)10%100%
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Inc.Health Care and Social Assistance1100%0%
Phoneaholics, LLCOther Services (except Public Administration)1100%0%
Oldcastle Infrastructure, Inc.Manufacturing1100%0%
Olympic Auto Sales, LLCRetail Trade1100%0%
Oneup Innovations, Inc.Manufacturing1100%0%
Ortec International USA, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Palladin Consulting D B a Pall, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Pecga, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Sercomm Technology, Inc.Wholesale Trade1100%0%
Shine Forever, LLCRetail Trade10%100%
Sino International Trade CorporationWholesale Trade1100%0%
SKY Properties Sawja, LLCReal Estate and Rental and Leasing1100%0%
Spinvfx America, Inc.Information1100%0%
Stability Engineering, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Stratfield, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Summerlin Mana and Spirits, Inc.Accommodation and Food Services10%100%
Supreme Mobile, LLCRetail Trade1100%0%
Sweet Hut Group, Inc.Retail Trade1100%0%
Synaptics IncorporatedManufacturing1100%0%
Trexis, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Voltex Technologies, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Wholesale Outlet, Inc.Wholesale Trade1100%0%
Workllama, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
XC Enterprises D B a Xhale City, LLCWholesale Trade10%100%
YVS Partners, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Ziya Business, Inc.Wholesale Trade1100%0%
Pixel Design Collaborative, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Platform Product Design, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Positive Impact Health Centers, Inc.Health Care and Social Assistance1100%0%
Pozz, LLCInformation1100%0%
Pride Cell, LLCInformation10%100%
Prime Fortune, LLCManagement of Companies and Enterprises1100%0%
Proarch Technologies, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Pvblic Foundation, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Q Menu, Inc.Information1100%0%
R2T, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Real Estate Development ServicesConstruction1100%0%
Red Clay ConsultingProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
RimidiProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Rollins, Inc.Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services1100%0%
Rush RefundsProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Rush Refunds D B a ATC Income, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Santoshi Hotel, LLCAccommodation and Food Services1100%0%
Senor Metals USA, Inc.Manufacturing1100%0%
2854 Panola Investments, Inc.Retail Trade1100%0%
Bennett & Pless, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Beyond Signs, Inc.Manufacturing1100%0%
Broshine Investment, Inc.Management of Companies and Enterprises1100%0%
Bsi3 Menu Buyer, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Business Information Systems Consulting, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Buzz Busters, LLCAdministrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services1100%0%
C&H Planners, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Center for Pan Asian Community Services, Inc.Other Services (except Public Administration)1100%0%
Chamblee Medical Clinic, LLCHealth Care and Social Assistance1100%0%
Champion Supply Company, LLCWholesale Trade1100%0%
Chesnuff, LLCManufacturing1100%0%
Choate Construction CompanyConstruction1100%0%
Citi Diamonds, Inc.Retail Trade1100%0%
Clyde Industries, Inc.Manufacturing1100%0%
Community Loans of America, Inc.Finance and Insurance1100%0%
Comprehensive Business Accounting, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Corporate Environmental Risk ManagProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Counseling ATL, LLCHealth Care and Social Assistance1100%0%
CPM Development CorporationConstruction1100%0%
CRH Americas, Inc.Construction1100%0%
Dabbers, LLCRetail Trade1100%0%
Delaplex, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
ABM Aviation, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Access Point Financial, LLCFinance and Insurance1100%0%
Addenso Labs, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Aderant North America, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Aiper Intelligent, LLCManufacturing1100%0%
Airsept, Inc.Manufacturing1100%0%
Albion General Contractors, Inc.Construction1100%0%
All Over Cell D B a Cellairis, LLCOther Services (except Public Administration)1100%0%
Ameripro EMS, LLCHealth Care and Social Assistance1100%0%
An Noor Enterprises, Inc.Retail Trade1100%0%
Applab Systems, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
AR Financial Services, Inc.Finance and Insurance1100%0%
Arthroresearch, LLCHealth Care and Social Assistance10%100%
Artmac Soft, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Asap Solutions Group, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Atlanta Indoor Golf, LLCArts, Entertainment, and Recreation1100%0%
Atlanta Liquidation, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Atlanta Yajima Chiropractic, LLCHealth Care and Social Assistance1100%0%
Awards Atlanta, Inc.Retail Trade1100%0%
Azzurra Solutions, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Bald Creative, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Batchelor and Kimball, Inc.Construction1100%0%
International Montessori Academy, LLCEducational Services1100%0%
Iwiz Technologies, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Jason Do Insurance and Financial Services, Inc.Finance and Insurance1100%0%
Koning CorporationManufacturing1100%0%
Latin American Association, Inc.Other Services (except Public Administration)1100%0%
Lawyer 3 Communications, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Layer 3 Communications, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Lizzat, LLCAccommodation and Food Services1100%0%
M Technician Systems USA, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Malani Jewelers, Inc.Retail Trade1100%0%
Marketwake, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Meditology Services, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid TransitTransportation and Warehousing1100%0%
MGM Products, Inc.Manufacturing1100%0%
Management Impact Solutions, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Micromeritics Instrument CorporationProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Mit Associates, Inc.Educational Services1100%0%
MK Industries, LLCReal Estate and Rental and Leasing1100%0%
Mobilewalla, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Morrison Hershfield CorporationProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Munnabhai Solutions, Inc.Retail Trade1100%0%
Nefab Packaging, Inc.Transportation and Warehousing1100%0%
Demand Driven Technologies, Inc.Information1100%0%
Diamond Jubilee of Atlanta, LLCRetail Trade10%100%
Diligent Solutions, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Dunwoody Christian School, Inc.Educational Services1100%0%
E Merchant Supplies, Inc.Retail Trade1100%0%
Edumont at Jimmy Carter, LLCHealth Care and Social Assistance1100%0%
Emory Children S Pediatric Institute, Inc.Health Care and Social Assistance1100%0%
Empire Distributors Group, Inc.Wholesale Trade1100%0%
Exosoft Technician, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Exotec North America, Inc.Wholesale Trade1100%0%
Futura Systems, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Gadgets and More D B a Ifixand, LLCRetail Trade1100%0%
Galaxy Global International, LLC1100%0%
Game Star, LLCWholesale Trade1100%0%
Georgia Television, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc.Wholesale Trade1100%0%
H4strategy, Inc.Information1100%0%
Hatchworks Technologies, Inc.Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
I-Technician Staffing Services, Inc.Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services1100%0%
Idenhaus Consulting, LLCProfessional, Scientific, and Technical Services1100%0%
Interactive Learning Systems, Inc.10%100%
International Life Sciences, LLCManufacturing10%100%

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