Okay, let’s tackle this. So Curt has 26 years of experience in marketing, which is a significant amount of time. However, his specific skills like media planning, event management, and branding are not as in-demand as they were 10-15 years ago. He also lacks experience in digital marketing, which is a growing field. Considering his location in Aurora, Colorado, and the fact that he has a degree in Commercial and Advertising Art, I would estimate his hourly rate to be around $75. This is a relatively low rate, but it's not uncommon for professionals with extensive experience in traditional marketing roles to charge lower rates.