You need to prioritize things based upon importance. If being in the US is vitally important to your company and your career, then that should take precedent o

You need to prioritize things based upon importance. If being in the US is vitally important to your company and your career, then that should take precedent over leaving the country until you get your visa situation resolved. Federal immigration services are tasked with making sure that people obey the laws of the country. A 'snafu' does not lift the burden of you handling your own responsibilities, and being an entrepreneur shouldn't matter to them. The system needs to be reformed, but until it is you need to abide by its rules.