Open Atlas Summit 2025

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SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT! We’re excited to announce Boundless Immigration as our official Sponsor for the Unshackled Annual Conference 2025 (UAC). Boundless is the leading force for change in global immigration and workforce mobility. Our team of immigrants and immigration experts knows firsthand the complexities and challenges of the immigration system. We’re on a mission to make it actually better for everyone, from students to CEOs. Our platform makes it easy to compile, submit, and track the status of applications, while our growing team of immigration attorneys guides you through every step of your journey. That’s why over 100,000 individuals and hundreds of business leaders trust Boundless in their quest for U.S. residency. Unshackled Conference is the biggest and most influential event for skilled immigrants in America - with 1,000+ founders, VCs, EB1A/O1A achievers, immigration lawyers, and community leaders coming together. If you’re a skilled immigrant figuring out your next step - career, startup, visa, or personal brand - you have to be there. What’s happening: - Free legal help from 10+ top immigration lawyers - 30+ expert-led workshops (fast-tracking your green card, scaling a startup, building a personal brand, and more) - Facetime with the top voices shaping the immigrant community  Tickets & details: lu.ma/uac See You There!

PARTNERSHIP SPOTLIGHT! We’re excited to have the Hindu American Foundation (HAF) join us at the Unshackled Annual Conference 2025 (UAC). HAF advances the understanding of Hindu Dharma traditions to secure the rights and dignity of Hindu Americans now and for generations to come.We do this by providing: (1) accurate and engaging educational resources about Hinduism and Hindu Americans; (2) impactful trainings, advocacy and services that protect and promote religious liberty, free expression, equality and justice; and (3) critical and creative programs empowering Hindu Americans to sustain their culture and identity. Unshackled Conference is the biggest and most influential event for skilled immigrants in America - with 1,000+ founders, VCs, EB1A/O1A achievers, immigration lawyers, and community leaders coming together. If you’re a skilled immigrant figuring out your next step - career, startup, visa, or personal brand - you have to be there. What’s happening: - Free legal help from 10+ top immigration lawyers - 30+ expert-led workshops (fast-tracking your green card, scaling a startup, building a personal brand, and more) - Facetime with the top voices shaping the immigrant community  Tickets & details: lu.ma/uac See You There!

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT! We’re excited to announce New Roots EB5 Fund as our official Sponsor for the Unshackled Annual Conference 2025 (UAC). New Roots EB5 Fund educates and empowers international communities about the EB-5 investor program and U.S. residency opportunities. The Fund builds strategic partnerships with global business leaders to drive foreign capital into the U.S., supporting economic growth and job creation. Committed to high standards of service, integrity, and professionalism, New Roots believes that investing in a new beginning should be secure and meaningful for individuals, families, and communities. Unshackled Conference is the biggest and most influential event for skilled immigrants in America - with 1,000+ founders, VCs, EB1A/O1A achievers, immigration lawyers, and community leaders coming together. If you’re a skilled immigrant figuring out your next step - career, startup, visa, or personal brand - you have to be there. What’s happening: - Free legal help from 10+ top immigration lawyers - 30+ expert-led workshops (fast-tracking your green card, scaling a startup, building a personal brand, and more) - Facetime with the top voices shaping the immigrant community Tickets & details: lu.ma/uac See You There!

SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT! We're thrilled to announce Nikita Gupta as one of our speakers at Unshackled Conference 2025 this August 15-16 in the Bay Area! Nikita is Co-Founder of Careerflow.ai and a renowned keynote speaker with extensive recruiting experience at Uber and Amazon. A TEDx speaker with 474K+ followers, she shares daily AI-powered job search insights through her content and YouTube channel, helping professionals worldwide navigate modern career challenges. This is the biggest and most influential event for skilled immigrants in America — with 1,000+ founders, VCs, EB1A/O1A achievers, immigration lawyers, and community leaders coming together. If you’re a skilled immigrant figuring out your next step — career, startup, visa, or personal brand — you have to be there. What’s happening: > Free legal help from 10+ top immigration lawyers  > 30+ expert-led workshops (fast-tracking your green card, scaling a startup, building a personal brand, and more)  > Facetime with the top voices shaping the immigrant community  > Lifetime membership to Unshackled (valued at $1,000) included Tickets and full details here: lu.ma/uac Can’t wait to meet some of you 😄

PARTNERSHIP SPOTLIGHT! We’re excited to have the American Immigration Council join us at the Unshackled Annual Conference 2025 (UAC). The American Immigration Council strengthens America by shaping attitudes toward immigrants and advocating for a fairer, more just immigration system. It combines litigation, research, advocacy, and communications to drive change. In January 2022, the Council merged with New American Economy to enhance advocacy efforts, protect immigrant rights, and promote economic success. Stay updated on the latest news at ImmigrationImpact.com or follow @ImmCouncil on social media. Unshackled Conference is the biggest and most influential event for skilled immigrants in America - with 1,000+ founders, VCs, EB1A/O1A achievers, immigration lawyers, and community leaders coming together. If you’re a skilled immigrant figuring out your next step - career, startup, visa, or personal brand - you have to be there. What’s happening: - Free legal help from 10+ top immigration lawyers - Job fair with 50+ companies ready to hire visa holders and international students - 30+ expert-led workshops (fast-tracking your green card, scaling a startup, building a personal brand, and more) - Facetime with the top voices shaping the immigrant community  Tickets & details: lu.ma/uac See You There!

BIG NEWS: Microsoft is laying off 9000 employees. If you/a friend got impacted, below are in-depth resources & insights to help. Context: In an ongoing effort to trim its workforce, Microsoft said as much as 4%, or roughly 9,000, of the company’s employees could be affected by the layoffs. This happens amidst the company investing about $80 billion into AI. Here’s a short, resource-first guide to help you navigate what’s next from my past posts👇🏽 📍Know your options for staying in the U.S. 5 options visa holders have used: → Ask your employer for “garden leave” to extend payroll → Switch to H-4 (if spouse is on H-1B with I-140) → Temporarily convert to a B-2 (visitor) visa → Enroll in a program and get an F-1 visa → Apply for an O-1 talent visa if you qualify & have freelance offers (here’s a free guide on it: https://lnkd.in/d8fNeYUi 📍Top 5 job boards tailored for visa holders These specifically help filter for visa sponsorships: → MigrateMate → MyVisaJobs.com → Use FrogHire.ai chrome extension → H1BVisaJobs.com → AiTou Technology 📍 Top 5 tools for finding mentors and mock interviews: → adplist.org (find free mentors) → topmate.io (find expert paid mentors) → JobInterview.coach (AI Job interview coach) → Pathrise (find paid mentors) → Duut (mock interviews & free webinars) 📍 Top 5 job search trackers → Simplify (autofill job applications) → Huntr (organize job search) → Jackfruit (organize job search) → Careerflow.ai (improve resume & track jobs) → SkillSyncer (improve resume & track jobs) If you're in this phase, I hope this thread saves you some Googling. 🎁And if you want to explore startups actively hiring: I’ve compiled a free list of 100+ open roles across early-stage teams here → https://lnkd.in/gX6G364e Save this. Share this. Someone in your circle may need it today.

INFLUENCER SPOTLIGHT! Meet your favorite influencers at Unshackled Conference 2025! Hear their powerful immigrant stories and get real insights on building a personal brand, growing an audience, and thriving in the U.S. Mohammad Anas is a digital creator who helps Indian students successfully move, settle, and succeed in the USA. He provides comprehensive guidance on transitioning from India to America, covering everything from initial planning to thriving in new academic and professional environments. His expertise makes him a valuable resource for students navigating the complexities of international relocation and building a successful life abroad. UAC is the biggest and most influential event for skilled immigrants in America — with 1,000+ founders, VCs, EB1A/O1A achievers, immigration lawyers, and community leaders coming together. If you’re a skilled immigrant figuring out your next step — career, startup, visa, or personal brand — you have to be there. What’s happening: > Free legal help from 10+ top immigration lawyers  > Job fair with 50+ companies ready to hire visa holders and international students  > 30+ expert-led workshops (fast-tracking your green card, scaling a startup, building a personal brand, and more)  > Facetime with the top voices shaping the immigrant community  > Lifetime membership to Unshackled (valued at $1,000) included Tickets and full details here: lu.ma/uac Can’t wait to meet some of you 😄

INFLUENCER SPOTLIGHT! Meet your favorite influencers at Unshackled Conference 2025! Hear their powerful immigrant stories and get real insights on building a personal brand, growing an audience, and thriving in the U.S. Neha Shah is an award-winning nutrition coach dedicated to serving the Indian diaspora in the USA with culturally-aligned nutrition care. She specializes in helping Indian immigrants maintain healthy lifestyles abroad while honoring their traditional dietary practices and cultural values. Through her expertise, Neha bridges traditional Indian nutrition wisdom with modern American living for optimal health outcomes. UAC is the biggest and most influential event for skilled immigrants in America — with 1,000+ founders, VCs, EB1A/O1A achievers, immigration lawyers, and community leaders coming together. If you’re a skilled immigrant figuring out your next step — career, startup, visa, or personal brand — you have to be there. What’s happening: > Free legal help from 10+ top immigration lawyers  > Job fair with 50+ companies ready to hire visa holders and international students  > 30+ expert-led workshops (fast-tracking your green card, scaling a startup, building a personal brand, and more)  > Facetime with the top voices shaping the immigrant community  > Lifetime membership to Unshackled (valued at $1,000) included Tickets and full details here: lu.ma/uac Can’t wait to meet some of you 😄

I’m hosting a free live session with Brad Feld, cofounder of Techstars. Register to win his new book, 'Give First'. ❤️ Brad Feld almost didn’t invest in Fitbit (now part of Google) - one of his most successful exits - simply because he didn’t listen properly on a call. In his new book, “Give First”, Brad breaks down the power of mentorship & what it means to show up for someone (hint: yes, listening matters!). I first met Brad in August 2022 when I cold-emailed him to ask if he’d speak to me about my book, 'Unshackled' (which at the time was just a vague idea). To my unbelievable shock, he said yes. Even though I was a nobody, he gave me his time, listened closely, and suggested I try crowdfunding. That led to me raising $100K for the project - and Brad was one of the earliest VIP contributors. He didn’t have to do any of that. But he did. And that’s the kind of person you want to learn from. ✅ Attend this if: You want to be an exceptional mentor You want to become an exceptional mentee You want to build stronger founder/investor relationships 👉 Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/gfWxMhHW 🎁 BONUS: Want a free copy of Give First? Drop a question you’d like to ask Brad in the comments - I’ll pick 3 to gift a copy!