Hi Loquaz,
Thank you for your submission. Here are some comments:
#1: I like the font chosen, but there's something about either the color combination or the border that doesn't give me a 'modern' feel to this design. Id really like to logo to give the sophisticated/chic/modern feel.
#2: The concept of the hand is relevant, however, I think this particular design looks like a deer or antelope at first glance to me.