Thought Leader of the Year for Shaping the Conversation in Immigration Law
Presented to a voice in the immigration community who is influencing how the field thinks, debates, and evolves — through writing, speaking, advocacy, or public engagement. This award honors those who move the conversation forward.
Jonathan Grode is a trusted resource in immigration law, helping employers, universities, founders, and international professionals navigate rapidly changing policies with clarity and practical insight. As Managing Partner and U.S. Practice Director at Green and Spiegel, U.S. he regularly leads discussions on H-1B reform, STEM OPT, workforce mobility, and alternative visa pathways through webinars, speaking engagements, writing, and industry collaboration. Through partnerships with organizations like The Build Fellowship by Open Avenues, Jonathan has helped audiences understand complex policy changes and prepare informed strategies in real time. He also teaches Business Immigration Law at Temple University Beasley School of Law and serves in leadership roles within both the American Bar Association and the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
Nominated by Anonymous