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From Mexican engineer to U.S. business owner

This client left behind a long career in engineering and agriculture to build something more stable for his family. With our support, he invested in a CertaPro Painters franchise and secured a four-year E-2 visa.

He left corporate comfort for control

Fabian Montoya Fendt left behind a steady banking career in Canada to pursue something bigger. With our guidance, he secured an E-2 visa and launched his U.S. business with purpose. Today, he’s not climbing the ladder. He’s building his own.

From Bolivia to Virginia with a purpose

Agustin Arandia left Bolivia with his family to pursue something meaningful in the U.S. He carefully chose a franchise in autism care, knowing it would be challenging but deeply rewarding. We worked alongside him to navigate the E-2 visa process and build a solid plan for launch.

He skipped the safe route and chose the E-2

Owais Khalid left behind a successful career in the Middle East, including leading roles at Deloitte and the FIFA World Cup. With our help, he invested $80,000 to launch a tax and advisory business and secured his E-2 visa within two months. Today, he’s living in Houston with his family and building a future on his terms.

He walked away from 17 years at P&G for a fresh start

Adrian Giovannetti spent nearly two decades at Procter & Gamble before deciding it was time to put family first. He left the corporate world, worked closely with our team, and secured his E-2 visa to open a Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming franchise. Backed by his own research and our franchise insights, he made a confident move into business ownership.

From Swiss finance to Florida business owner

After 15 years in Swiss finance, Elodie wanted more than stability. She and her husband chose to move to Florida and start fresh with a business that matched her background and their goals. Together, we helped them evaluate options and land on a property management franchise that felt right. Now, Elodie’s running a business she believes in, on her own terms.

He tried once, then nailed it the second time

Nitin Mahajan brought his global tech company, Quick Ads, from Singapore to the U.S. His first E-2 visa attempt didn’t go through. But the second? We helped him get his visa approved. Today, he’s growing the business from Dallas and hiring across borders, with confidence.

From Switzerland to South Florida with a dog business

In 2019, Michael Meier invested in D.O.G Hotels in Miami Beach. With our support, he secured an E-2 visa and moved from Switzerland to the U.S. Today, he owns 55% of the business and has built a life doing what he loves: running a pet brand in one of Florida's most vibrant cities.

From Rio roots to South Florida real estate leadership

Gilberto Sacramento grew up and built a life in Rio de Janeiro, but he and his family chose a new chapter in the United States for broader business opportunities and a different experience for their children. He leveraged his background in property management and, with help from Visa Franchise, applied for and obtained his E‑2 investor visa through Property Management Inc.

Why Tarek left engineering to run a U.S. franchise

Tarek Gabrie left a thriving engineering career in Honduras to pursue a new future in the U.S. With guidance from Visa Franchise, he launched a property management business in Charleston through the E2 visa program. He combined his operational experience with a strong franchise brand to create a business with long-term potential. He’s now focused on building not just income, but a lasting legacy.

Turning experience into opportunity in Florida

Antonio Almada moved from Brazil to South Florida through the E2 visa after investing in a DreamMaker Bath and Kitchen franchise. Launching just before COVID tested his resolve, but his first sale set everything in motion. Today, he runs a high end remodeling business serving homeowners who value quality and trust.

A smart leap from Brazil to Florida

Alessandro had stability in Brazil, but priorities shifted toward safety and long term security for his family. With Visa Franchise’s support, he entered the US through a franchise that offered structure, guidance, and a clear starting point. Nearly eight years later, he operates a successful Gelato Go in Palm Beach County.

From the UK to Las Vegas with a clear plan

James Hesling spent years working in health and performance coaching in the UK, but decided long term security meant owning his own operation. After extensive research, he pursued the E2 visa and launched FGC Performance in Las Vegas with Visa Franchise’s guidance. His visa was approved in under six months, allowing him to focus on scaling a coaching business designed for executives and organizations ready to invest in their well being.

Choosing Texas for family, work, and impact

Alim Haji had already experienced immigration once, moving from East Africa to Canada, but a desire for change led his family to Texas. After years in corporate roles, he chose the E2 visa to pursue entrepreneurship with a purpose. Working alongside Visa Franchise, Alim invested in an Assisting Hands Home Care franchise in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Today, he is focused on serving seniors with dignity while giving his family access to strong schools and a more rewarding day to day life.

Taking an established business south to Houston

Siva Sam spent more than two decades in Canada growing an engineering services firm serving the oil and gas sector. As demand pulled his business closer to the US market, Houston became the obvious next move. Through the E2 visa, Siva expanded operations into Texas, allowing him to be present where clients expect long term commitment. Today, he runs his US business from Houston while continuing to grow a global team supporting energy projects across North America and beyond.

A family focused move from São Paulo to Texas

Marcos Vieira De Souza spent years in senior corporate roles in São Paulo but wanted a safer environment and greater freedom for his family. After two unsuccessful attempts with the EB-2 NIW route, the E-2 visa offered a clearer and more practical path. Using his Portuguese citizenship, Marcos invested in an Assisting Hands Home Care franchise and relocated to Austin, Texas.