Okay, let’s tackle this. So Eric Gilbert has skills in hospitality, event planning, management, marketing, and customer service. He’s based in Mount Pleasant, SC, which is a growing city near Charleston. The hospitality industry is in demand, especially in tourist areas. However, Eric’s skills are more general and not highly specialized. I’m estimating his hourly rate to be around $45, which is a rough estimate for a hospitality professional with general skills in event planning and management. This rate is lower than what experts in specific areas like hotel management or catering might charge. Considering the location and industry, this rate is reasonable but not extremely high.