Modern Iconic Logo Design

I need a fresh, modern logo built around a clean icon or symbol that instantly communicates trust and reliability. My brand name will sit next to—or be integrated with—the icon, but the symbol itself should be strong enough to stand alone when needed.

Scope and expectations
• Research my niche and share a short mood-board or visual reference to nail the look and feel.
• Present 3 distinct icon-led concepts, each in full color and black-and-white.
• Refine the chosen concept through up to two rounds of revisions, tightening typography, spacing, and color choices.

Deliverables
• Final logo supplied in SVG, AI, EPS, PDF, and transparent PNG formats.
• Horizontal, stacked, and icon-only variations.
• Basic brand color palette and font recommendations.

I prefer designers who are comfortable with Adobe Illustrator (or similar vector tools) and can explain their design rationale clearly. Let me know your timeline, a brief outline of your process, and links to iconic logos you have created before.