Established in 1989, and evolving over two decades, Close Encounters Trading Network is the leading provider of food and beverage consulting services, business planning, concept development, operational consulting and brokerage to the hospitality industry.

Close Encounters' team of well respected experts provide advice and solutions to individuals or Corporations. 

Professional member - Foodservice Consultants Society International (FSCI member ID 1370970).

Selected past & current Clients

  • Stockland
  • Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority
  • HBOSA – Bankwest
  • CBA - Bankwest
  • Kann Finch Group
  • State Property NSW
  • Landmark Food Company
  • Fairfax Media Group
  • Office of Strategic Lands Corporation
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Trust  
  • Sparkle Cupcakery
  • Penrith White Water Stadium
  • Art Gallery of NSW
  • Deacons Lawyers
  • Middletons Lawyers
  • Leichhardt Council
  • Andrew Boy Charlton Poolside Cafe
  • La Renaissance Pattisserie
  • Gastronomy The Art & Science of Food
  • The Avocado Group
  • Bookplate - National Library Canberra
  • Skycrest
  • Le Rendevous - Canberra
  • Bangbang
  • Hunt & Hunt lawyers
  • Robinson lawyers
  • Jenolan Caves Reserve Trust
  • Colin Biggers & Paisley
  • NSW Department of Parks and Wildlife Group, Visitor Facilities and Services Section
  • Kempsey Macleay RSL

 Meet Our Team