We resonate more with this pictorial mark because it’s ’simpler’, expresses ‘lightness’, and gives a feeling of flow. We're not completely sold on it yet though. Maybe tie in the design or imagery more with the theme of the tag line or brief, in terms of what we do & for whom? The tag line could also be a little easier to read.
The other thing about your #7: we also like the simpler design used in the pictorial mark. It could even be simpler (Like Amazon.com?) yet still convey something about what we do or support that message. If that makes sense?
I've tried to create a simpler and essentially remains the same as the logo that I made earlier. but I am still ready to receive suggestions from you.
#15: Not bad, like the simplicity of the design but feels a little generic. And make the tagline more readable. #16: I like it a little better than #15 but still want the image to be more relevant somehow. And make the tagline more readable.