Okay, let’s tackle this. So Brian Pickett has a mix of business and leadership skills, which is valuable. He’s in Baltimore, which is a major city with a strong economy. However, his skills don’t seem to be in high demand in terms of salary. The average salary for an executive with his skills in the US is around $100,000–$150,000 per year. Considering his experience and education from LSU, I’d estimate his hourly rate to be around $125, which is on the lower end of the scale. Maybe he’s looking for a part-time or consulting role, which would also impact his rate.