Okay, let’s break it down. Calla has a mix of skills that are in demand, but she’s not in a high-demand field like tech or finance. Her experience in event planning and public speaking suggests she’s got some business acumen. However, her skills are more general and not particularly specialized. Location is Jacksonville, IL, which is a small town. Salaries for event planners and public speakers in small towns tend to be lower. Researching industry benchmarks, I found that event planners in the US can charge around $30-$50 per hour, while public speakers can charge $50-$100 per hour. Considering Calla’s overall skill set and location, I’m estimating her hourly rate to be around $45.