Okay, let’s tackle this. So Matt Deaton has a broad range of skills, including logistics management, negotiation, and operations management. He has experience in international logistics, customer service, and sales operations, which are all in demand. However, his role is not in a highly technical field, so the rate might be lower than that of a software engineer or data scientist. Considering his location in Charlotte, North Carolina, and his level of experience, I would estimate his hourly rate to be around $125. This is slightly lower than the national average for logistics managers, but still competitive given his executive leadership experience and broad skill set. Some logistics managers in the area might charge higher rates, up to $200 per hour, but Matt’s role is more focused on management and operations, so I’m being conservative with this estimate.