modern and simple, taking into account the previews of logos you admired. The logo incorporates a upload arrow which works well with the carefully selected typeface. The 'x' has been extended to give a visual representation of the word 'flex'. no gradients, strokes or overlays as it isnt needed and wouldn't feature in a professional logo if this contest is going to be fair i'd appreciate the ideas above not to be copied as its unfair.
No, any company can Add "TM" to trademark their name by law. When they pay to register a trademark with the USPTO, it is then depicted by an "R" in a circle to show that its registered & on file. Source:: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_trademark_law