At first I thought that your design was too close to what we already have on our site, and I want to make a fresh change. But your entry #44 stood out. I never thought about placing text to the left of the image, but what you've got there seems to work ... interesting but I'm still not quite sure if it's exactly what I'm looking for.
A couple points: - I'm not sure that the gradient/lens effect on the text is right for me. I think I'd like to see it with a solid color, or with a more subtle effect. - I like the graphic to the right, but I don't "love" it. The only feeling that pops into my mind about it right now is "too sharp/pointy" ... I know that's vague, sorry ;o) - Also, my page header is only 93px high, so you've pushed the logo height to about the maximum with your design.
I like it! Not quite the winner yet though. If you're inspired, I'd love to see where else you can take this one :O)