Given Linda's extensive experience as a business owner and marketing expert, I estimate her hourly rate to be around $150. This is a conservative estimate considering her 49 years of experience in marketing strategy, event planning, and new business development. While her role as an owner of Standard Modern Company Inc. may not directly translate to a traditional hourly wage, her skills and expertise are highly valued in the marketing industry. Industry benchmarks for marketing professionals with her level of experience suggest rates ranging from $100 to $250 per hour, with $150 being a reasonable estimate.