Hi, I've been involved with several startups and have been helping companies brand themselves and their products for over 25 years.
If you decide to choose me to help you, I would like to know more details about the company and the industry - competition, etc. It will need to ring true to the industry but set the company up for long term branding. Stand apart, be iconic, sound well-funded and trustworthy.
I'd be happy to explore the logo design as part of this branding process as I feel they are tied together. If you do opt for logo design as well, I would request an additional milestone of $30 when we reach that stage.
Please have a look at my portfolio and feedback so you'll know you can accept my bid with confidence. Thank you.