Okay, let’s break it down. So Raymond has a strong skill set with expertise in strategic planning, research, leadership, and project management. He also has experience in marketing, public speaking, and editing. Considering his location in Richmond, Virginia, and his skill set, I would estimate his hourly rate to be around $125. This is slightly below the national average for a strategic planning consultant, but his strong language skills and experience in marketing and leadership bring his rate in line with the lower end of the range. Some strategic planning consultants in the US can charge upwards of $200 per hour, but this would likely require more experience and a stronger track record of results. Given what we know, $125 seems like a reasonable estimate.