KUALA LUMPUR, October 27 — From a single outlet to more than 30 nationwide and 15 unique brands, Leslie Gomez has grown The Olive Tree Group into one of Malaysia’s most dynamic F&B empires.
Spanning cuisines from contemporary Indian to Mexican, European, and lifestyle-driven concepts, the group employs over 500 people and is now eyeing international expansion. Gomez attributes his success to adaptability and consistency, not just great food — stressing that “passion may spark the journey, but discipline and systems sustain it.”
As the industry evolves toward value-driven dining, talent retention, and sustainability, The Olive Tree Group is exploring franchising and scalable growth models to expand responsibly. With Malaysia’s food service market projected to triple by 2032, Gomez believes the future belongs to those who grow with purpose, not just speed.
