Okay, let’s tackle this. So Thomas Ameen has a mix of technical and management skills, which is a good starting point. Six Sigma-Yellow Belt is a certification that indicates some level of quality management knowledge. Location is Richmond, Virginia, which is a moderate-cost-of-living area. Considering his skills and certification, I'd estimate his rate to be on the lower side of the industry average. A common range for a problem solver/manager with these skills is $50-$100 per hour. However, without specific industry demand or experience in a high-demand field, I'll round down to $75 per hour.