Okay, let’s calculate this. Lynda has 28 years of experience in project management, which is a significant amount. Her skills are in demand, especially in the manufacturing industry where Custom Data Solutions is based. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, project managers in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI Metropolitan Division (where Fraser is located) have a median annual salary of around $93,000. However, this is a broad industry average. Lynda’s experience and skills suggest she could charge a premium. Considering her expertise in Agile Methodologies and process improvement, I would estimate her hourly rate to be around $75, which is slightly below the industry average but still reflects her value proposition.