Wayne Moore and Uncommon Brands Make Their Mark as Finalists in the 2025 Mergers & Acquisitions Awards

Original Article: D Magazine - February 19, 2025

We are excited to share that Wayne Moore, founder and Managing Partner of Crux Capital has been named one of four finalists for Private Equity Professional of the Year (Family Office/Independent Sponsor) in the 2025 Mergers & Acquisitions Awards presented by D CEO and the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) — which pays tribute to the most impactful North Texas transactions and the dealmakers who make them happen.

But the accolades don’t stop there! Crux Capital portfolio company, Uncommon Brands, also made the final cut being named as one of eight finalists in the Deal of the Year under $50 Million category for its acquisition of two beloved Texas-based restaurant brands: Fuego Tortilla Grill and The Rice Box. Both of these acquisitions underscore the firm’s strategic vision of growing distinctive and unique dining concepts and marks a pivotal moment in the company’s growth trajectory.

Garrett Mills, CEO of Uncommon Brands, has been instrumental in the company’s rapid ascent within the Texas restaurant scene. His dedication to fostering growth and innovation continues to position Uncommon Brands as a key player in the restaurant sector. Together, Wayne and Garrett are cooking up something special, and these awards reflect the major moves that Crux and Uncommon Brands are making together to shape the future of the food industry.

Sounds like the perfect recipe for growth to us!