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Founder & CEO, American Advancement Capital Co (AACC)

Mr. Frank Qin is the Founder and CEO of American Advancement Capital Co (AACC), bringing over 30 years of cross-border executive experience in real estate development, construction management, and public administration. In the EB-5 industry, he distinguishes himself not merely as a financier, but as a seasoned developer who understands the language of construction.

In addition to leading AACC, Mr. Qin has served as the General Manager of Kontech Development Company and Konshion Construction CEO since 2017. This dual role provides him with a strategic "developer's lens" - allowing him to masterfully bridge the gap between capital structuring and on-the-ground execution. He has personally overseen the complete lifecycle of numerous complex projects, expertly navigating land acquisition, entitlements, municipal approvals, construction management, and final real estate sales. This operational expertise enables him to rigorously vet EB-5 projects and mitigate risks that purely financial operators might overlook.

Deeply rooted on real estate in the San Francisco Bay Area for over 25 years, Mr. Qin combines his licensed local expertise with a profound understanding of California's market cycles.

Before establishing his footprint in the U.S., Mr. Qin built a distinguished management track record in China. A graduate of Sun Yat-sen University, he spent nine years (1982–1991) in senior public administration roles within the government in Beijing. There, he honed his skills in organizational leadership and regulatory affairs, managing complex administrative frameworks. Later, as Vice President of a major real estate group in Shenzhen, he directed large-scale developments, including high-rise mixed-use complexes exceeding 50 stories.

Known for his integrity, stability, and strategic vision, Mr. Qin leverages his global background to provide certainty in uncertain markets - delivering reliable capital stacks for developers and secure immigration pathways for investors. 

Partner, Geng & Associates, P.C.  

The Intersection of Finance and Law: A Strategic Approach to Global Mobility 

Ms. Geng is a distinguished Partner at Geng & Associates, P.C., where she leads the firm’s Immigration Practice. With over a decade of experience and a track record of near-perfect success in employment-based immigration cases, she has established herself as a formidable advocate for international investors, corporations, and extraordinary talents.

Ms. Geng distinguishes herself in the legal marketplace through a rare multidisciplinary academic background. She holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Banking, Corporate, and Finance Law and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Illinois State University, in addition to her legal education at Fordham University School of Law. This unique "Trifecta" of legal, financial, and procedural expertise allows her to navigate the most complex landscapes of U.S. immigration law with unparalleled precision.

Ms. Geng’s practice is heavily focused on EB-5 Investment Immigration, where her specialized background in Banking and Finance Law provides a distinct competitive advantage. Unlike traditional immigration attorneys, Ms. Geng possesses the financial acumen to dissect complex capital structures, analyze corporate financial reports, and meticulously document "Source of Funds" - often the most critical component of an EB-5 petition.

Her expertise covers the full spectrum of investment and employment-based immigration:

EB-5 Regional Centers & Direct Investment: Structuring projects, reviewing Private Placement Memorandums (PPM), and guiding individual investors through the I-526 and I-829 processes.

Corporate Solutions: Strategic counsel for multinational corporations on L-1A/L-1B (Intracompany Transferees), E-1/E-2 (Treaty Traders/Investors), and H-1B visas.

Extraordinary Ability (EB-1 & NIW): Crafting compelling narratives for researchers, executives, and artists to secure permanent residency without employer sponsorship.

Litigation & Appellate Advocacy

Beyond transactional work, Ms. Geng is a fierce litigator known for her ability to salvage difficult cases. She regularly represents clients before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), the Administrative Appeals Office (AAO), and in Federal Court Appeals. Her background in Criminal Justice equips her with a sharp logic and rigorous attention to detail, which she deploys effectively in Motions to Reopen and complex inadmissibility waivers.

Philosophy: Precision, Integrity, and Direct Access

Ms. Geng challenges the traditional attorney-client dynamic by prioritizing direct accessibility and transparency. She firmly believes that middlemen and layers of bureaucracy dilute the quality of legal representation and increase the risk of errors. Consequently, she insists on working directly with her clients to identify the root of every legal obstacle.

Her professional demeanor is a blend of calm assertiveness and meticulous preparation. She views her academic credentials not as a ceiling, but as a foundation, continuously staying ahead of the latest USCIS policy memorandums and federal case law to leverage every regulatory nuance in her clients' favor.

Manager, EB-5 Investor Program Advisory Services | Baker Tilly US Top 5 Business Plan Writer (EB5 Investors Magazine) | Economic Analyst | Compliance Strategist 

Warren Oakes is a Manager and Economic Analyst within the EB-5 Investor Program Advisory Team at Baker Tilly US, one of the leading global advisory, tax, and assurance firms. A distinguished figure in the investment immigration industry, Mr. Oakes was recently honored by EB5 Investors Magazine as a "Top Business Plan Writer." This accolade, awarded to only five professionals nationwide in its category, cements his reputation as a premier architect of immigration-compliant business strategies.

Mr. Oakes possesses a career trajectory that is rare in the EB-5 ecosystem, successfully bridging the disciplines of legal structuring, financial underwriting, and advanced economic modeling. Having contributed to projects representing billions of dollars in EB-5 financing, he offers a holistic, data-driven approach to navigating the complexities of the U.S. Immigrant Investor Program.

1. Strategic Advisory & Economic Analysis (Baker Tilly US)

In his current leadership role at Baker Tilly, Mr. Oakes operates at the critical intersection of data science and federal immigration policy. He provides the quantitative validation necessary for successful project adjudication.

Award-Winning Business Plan Development: Leveraging the expertise that earned him top industry recognition, Mr. Oakes oversees the creation of "Matter of Ho" compliant business plans. These documents are strategically engineered to satisfy the rigorous evidentiary standards of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) while presenting a compelling financial narrative to investors.

Economic Impact Modeling: He utilizes sophisticated economic tools (such as IMPLAN) to calculate job creation—the fundamental metric of EB-5 eligibility. His precise modeling ensures that investor capital is irrefutably linked to the required economic output.

Targeted Employment Area (TEA) Analysis: With the passage of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act (RIA), TEA designation has become vital for visa set-asides. Mr. Oakes employs his background in data science to perform granular census tract analyses, securing optimal geographic designations for client projects.

Mr. Oakes’s advisory capabilities are grounded in years of high-level legal practice. Previously serving as a Senior Supervising Paralegal at the renowned Law Offices of David Hirson & Partners, LLP, he worked alongside industry pioneers to structure complex investment vehicles.

Billion-Dollar Project Portfolios: He specialized in consulting and structuring EB-5 offerings across diverse sectors, including mixed-use real estate, hospitality, and infrastructure. His work ensured that the corporate and capital structures of these massive developments remained compliant with evolving immigration statutes.

Risk Mitigation: His deep familiarity with the I-526 and Regional Center designation processes allows him to foresee potential adjudicative pitfalls, minimizing the risk of Requests for Evidence (RFEs) for his clients.

Distinct from consultants who only view projects from the outside, Mr. Oakes has significant "client-side" operational experience.

Director of Operations (EB5 Bridge): In this capacity, and previously as Vice President at Hirson EB-5 Strategies & Compliance, he acted as a strict gatekeeper. He was responsible for project underwriting, evaluating the financial health and immigration viability of projects before they entered the market.

Regional Center Management: His career began on the front lines of a Southern California Regional Center, managing the funding and compliance for a major mixed-use development. This experience gave him practical insight into the daily realities of fund administration and investor relations.

Crucially, he distinguishes himself from traditional legal peers through specialized training in Data Science and Programming. He actively integrates these technical skills into his legal and economic practice, using data analytics to streamline compliance, enhance the accuracy of economic reports, and provide clients with a technological edge in a competitive market.