First of all, thank you for all your entries...very creative! I really like the color combination of entry# 12 and the placement of the "S" around the "R". Maybe incorporate a line under the RS. Also, entry# 9 is very streamline & modern which I like as well. I'm curious why you chose the "i" to stand out. Maybe try with the "R" or another letter?
thanx,...in #9 i made the i stand out specifically to show i for r.strickland the curve below associates is horizon ...tried to convey that "i and my associates show the path to new beginning/profit each day like the rising sun"