Michael Keith FirstPathway P… Thu, 03/07/2024 - 12:48 AM Michael Keith is the Director for Asian Pacific Operations. Before moving to China in 2012, Mr. Keith spent 12 years litigating securities and environmental disputes for Fortune 500 corporations in the states of California and Florida.   Prior to his work as an attorney, he worked for technology firms in a sales and marketing capacity and had profit and loss responsibility for business units with sales in excess of $100 million.   Mr. Keith has traveled extensively in Vietnam, China, Thailand, Cambodia and Korea.  He has ..read more

Lyhn Phan FirstPathway P… Tue, 12/26/2023 - 3:51 PM Ms. Lyhn joined First Pathway Partners in 2020 as Regional Manager overseeing all the sales and marketing related activities in Vietnam market. Prior to joining FPP, Lyhn had 5 years of working experiences in overseas real estate and investment immigration field, successfully assisting many Vietnamese investors in their quest to immigrate to Australia through various visa programs. Lyhn attended school in the U.S. as an international student. She graduated from the University of San Francisco with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administrati ..read more

Sonja Clarke FirstPathway P… Tue, 12/26/2023 - 3:49 PM Sonja is a highly experienced, respected and astute Director / Chairperson, Business Executive, entrepreneur and consultant with over 28 years’ experience in various industries including banking, tourism, logistics, manufacturing, investment, consulting, finance and real estate. An expert strategist with strong organizational, people and performance management skills, I have a proven record in adding value in areas such as Freight logistics, import, and exports, Chambers of commerce, Trade Attaches, or Embassies. Strategy on bilateral tra ..read more

Bruna Canto FirstPathway P… Tue, 12/26/2023 - 3:44 PM Bruna is the Managing Director for FirstPathway Partners in Latin America. She is originally from Brazil and has lived most of her life in the United States, between Houston and Miami. Since 2017, Bruna has been working in the EB5 industry, where her wealth management and commercial experience enabled her to help hundreds of Brazilian and Latin American investors immigrate through the EB-5 program. She has 12 years of experience in the Private Banking industry, where she managed accounts for Brazilian and other Latin American investors at ..read more

Asif Chhipa FirstPathway P… Tue, 12/26/2023 - 3:42 PM Asif Chhipa brings over 13 years of experience in business development and investor relations, promoting citizenship by investment programs, such as the EB-5 Regional Center Program. He is well versed in the EB-5 industry as both an agent, and as a fully-redeemed EB-5 investor himself.  Through his efforts, Asif has helped raise millions in EB-5 project funds creating over 2,500 jobs. His frequent visits to India, Pakistan and the Middle East have established a loyal base and support system of associates and investors alike throughout ..read more

Stella Fuentes FirstPathway P… Tue, 12/26/2023 - 3:37 PM In her role as Office Manager, Stella is responsible for the overall coordination of adminstrative services and resources in the FirstPathway Partners office, as well as supporting Total Madness Management in operating efficiently. Other responsibilities include greeting visitors, scheduling meetings, booking travel arrangements, and general office support.  Stella comes from the education sector, where she has had roles such as classroom teacher, mentor, Professional Development Supervisor, and Administrator. With over 40 years of ..read more

Peter Helland FirstPathway P… Tue, 12/26/2023 - 3:36 PM Peter Helland serves as the Marketing Manager.  He supports international business development efforts by producing marketing materials, assisting with marketing outreach efforts, and conducting market research and analysis. Mr. Helland graduated from Marquette University with a BA in Business Administration, with an emphasis on Marketing.  Title Marketing Manager LinkedIn Link https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-helland-26a573230/ Weight 12 Email marketing@firstpathway.com Staff Type Sales Reps ..read more

Evelyn Campos FirstPathway P… Tue, 12/26/2023 - 3:34 PM Evelyn Campos is a Milwaukee native with over 17 years of experience in the legal field. Her vast experience stems from assisting a multitude of Clients through the litigation process. As well as managing large Class Action cases through State and Federal Courts. She is a first-generation Hispanic woman fluent in Spanish.  She is determined to assist our clients and provide exceptional service, while building lasting relationships and making a difference in our client’s lives. Evelyn is currently a student at Milwaukee Area Technica ..read more

USCIS to Increase EB-5 Filing Fees File Now to Save Thousands! January 30, 2024 - Today USCIS published a substantial fee increase to EB-5 form filing fees. The new fees are scheduled to take effect on April 1, 2024, making it imperative for prospective EB-5 investors to act swiftly to avoid additional fees.   Overview  USCIS uses fees from petitioners to recover operating costs and to reduce and prevent case processing backlogs. Every few years, USCIS conducts a comprehensive fee review, to forecast the expenses associated with the time and resources needed for adjudication ..read more

FPP’s Bruna Canto Provides Thoughts to Immigrant Students in EB-5 Investor’s Magazine Friday, January 26th, 2024 – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently provided policy clarifications for F and M student nonimmigrant visa classifications, aiming to offer more transparency and ease for international students, universities, and employers.     For international students on an F-1 visa, the updated guidance brings promising news. One of the significant clarifications is that despite not allowing for immigrant intent F and M students can be beneficiaries o ..read more