James Chan is the founder and CEO of Silicon Straits, which aims to build better startup ecosystems in Asia Pacific. He discusses various factors needed for strong startup ecosystems, including co-working spaces, maker spaces, angel investment networks, and efforts to attract and develop talent. Chan also talks about Silicon Straits' initiatives in Singapore and Vietnam, which include a seed fund, software incubator, co-working space, and efforts to connect entrepreneurs, investors, and communities across the region.