Okay, let’s tackle this. So Doug Whitfield has 43 years of experience in tax accounting, which is a long time. His experience as an Auditor, Administrative Officer-Income Tax Withholding, Forms Management Officer, and Administrative Services at the NC Department of Revenue is impressive. However, his role is not in a high-demand field like finance or consulting. His location in Durham, North Carolina, is also not in a major financial hub. Considering his experience and location, I would estimate his hourly rate to be around $75, which is below the national average for tax accountants. This is because his role is more administrative and less technical than what is typically required for high-paying tax consulting positions.