Dr. Mark Leong

Author, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Farmz Asia Group

“If it cannot be measured, it is not medicine. You can’t fix what you can’t see – that’s why precise diagnostics are the non-negotiable foundation of true health transformation.”

“We’re not just another healthcare company — we’re building a future where preventive health, powered by food and science, belongs to everyone.”

Forget fleeting wellness trends. Dr. Mark Leong is on a mission to transform health across Asia by replacing guesswork with precision, science, and measurable results. Recognised by Forbes as one of Asia’s Top 100 Global Healthcare Leaders, this award-winning entrepreneur made a radical shift after losing loved ones to preventable chronic illnesses. He realised that the answers to better health weren’t just in the pharmacy, they were in accurate measurement, targeted nutrition, and prevention at the cellular level.

His answer was Farmz Asia, the first company in the world to integrate real-time diagnostics of nutritional deficiencies with personalised,  tech-driven nutrition solutions. This innovation uses blood, urine, and stool analysis combined with AI-powered interpretation and evidence-based protocols, giving clients a precise, scientific roadmap to achieve their health goals whether that’s reversing chronic disease, losing weight, or optimising performance.

“It was never about selling supplements or quick fixes,” Dr. Leong says. “We wanted to build a food-as-medicine ecosystem that starts with real measurement, because if it can’t be measured, it’s not medicine.”

From Vision to Global Movement

Farmz Asia didn’t start with big investors or celebrity endorsements, it started with a bold vision to make lab-grade diagnostics and personalised nutrition accessible to the public. Dr. Leong built a multi-brand ecosystem to deliver holistic solutions:

• Dr. Mark Leong – Weight loss, detox, and cellular renewal programmes
• Farmz Academy – Training certified wellness coaches
• Brot and Tee – Functional breads and teas for gut and metabolic health
• Blooma Skin – Clean actives for mature skin

Backed by a team of doctors, scientists, dietitians, nutritionists, and TCM practitioners, the group now operates in Singapore, Malaysia, and Hong Kong, impacting thousands and building a community of over 10,000 members.

Awards, Records & Recognition

• Singapore Quality Class for Service – Enterprise Singapore (2020–2023)
• Best in Food Safety Solutions – Prestige Awards (2022 & 2023)
• Top 100 Global Healthcare Leaders – IFAH
• Singapore Book of Records (2025) – Biggest Weight Loss in 7 Days
• Featured in Forbes, Men’s Journal, USA Today, New York Times
• Honoured in Augustman AMoT24 list for national wellness impact

Impact Over Legacy

For Dr. Leong, the real measure of success is not in titles or press coverage, but in the number of lives transformed. Guided by his belief that “The true mark of greatness isn’t what we leave behind, it’s how many lives we lift while we’re still here”, Farmz Asia launched the Food for Family initiative, aiming to provide clean nutrition, infrastructure, and career opportunities to one million underprivileged children by 2027.

The Future of Precision Wellness

The journey is far from over. Farmz Asia is preparing to expand across Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Hong Kong. Alongside its franchise model, the company is piloting mobile health hubs in transit areas like MRT stations and airports, and developing a 48-hour personalised supplement delivery service based on live diagnostic data.

“We are not just another healthcare company,” Dr. Leong asserts. “We are building a future where preventive health belongs to everyone.” 

“The true mark of greatness isn’t what we leave behind —it’s how many lives we lift while we’re still here.”

Malaysian Business Angel Network (MBAN)

Peter Wee – President of MBAN
Elain Lockman – Vice President of MBAN
Dato’ Patrick Liew – Chairman of Sarawak Business Angel Network (SBAN)
Alan Lim – Immediate Past President of MBAN (Current Council Member)

Malaysia is undergoing a bold transformation in its financial and innovation landscape—led by the Malaysian Business Angel Network (MBAN), the official trade association for angel investors and angel clubs in Malaysia. At the heart of this shift is the MBAN Summit 2025, (scheduled for 24 September in Kuala Lumpur), a flagship event that brings together three powerful forces: family dynasties, corporate giants, and disruptive startups. These once-separate entities are now converging to build a future-driven economy.

As MBAN President Peter Wee notes, “This new economy is not just about capital—it is about courage.” With total startup funding in Malaysia reaching RM4.1 billion in 2024—double that of 2022—the shift is real and rapid. Notably, 42% of early-stage deals now involve non-traditional investors, including family offices and corporations. This is the dawn of a new investment era.

The MBAN Summit is where this revolution takes form. It is a dynamic platform for collaboration, insight, and deal-making—supported by key partners like Cradle and PayNet. With last year’s attendance surpassing 660 delegates, the summit remains Malaysia’s most influential gathering for investors and innovators. This year promises even deeper engagement, featuring topics such as how family offices are quietly building unicorns, how legacy corporations are adopting startup mindsets, and how corporate acquisitions are outpacing internal R&D in driving innovation.

The summit is just the beginning; MBAN is building a nationwide network of visionary investors and founders. New chapters in Penang and Sarawak are strengthening regional links and fostering cross-border opportunities. As Dato’ Patrick, President of the Sarawak Business Angel Network (SBAN), explains, “MBAN is instrumental in giving us curated access to high-potential founders and investment opportunities. Strengthening these channels—both within Malaysia and across the region—is critical to accelerating cross-border investment and unlocking broader opportunities for angel networks like SBAN.”

With over RM100 million invested by the MBAN community to date, this is a network defined by action and impact. Members are backing startups, mentoring, strategising, and helping shape Malaysia’s innovation agenda.

MBAN Immediate Past President Alan Lim and an active angel investor who has invested in over 50 startups, sums it up: “Legacy is not about what you have—it is about what you build.” The MBAN Summit 2025 offers a chance to do just that. 

For details, visit mban.com.my/mbansummit2025