Okay, let’s calculate this. Espen has 31 years of experience, which is a significant amount. However, his role as an Area Manager at Würth Norge AS is not explicitly mentioned as a C-level position. Considering his experience in sales, marketing, and leadership, I would place him in the mid-management or senior-level category. Salaries for sales and business professionals in Norway vary, but according to Glassdoor, the average salary for an Area Manager in Norway is around NOK 550,000 - NOK 700,000 per year. Assuming an hourly rate of NOK 300 - NOK 400, and considering the exchange rate, I would estimate Espen’s hourly rate to be around $75 - $100. However, this is a rough estimate and may vary based on various factors such as industry demand, location, and specific company requirements.