In this interview with Ray Beausoleil, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Senior Fellow and SVP, we discuss Ray’s research and how it will help silicon photonics reach broad adoption. Besides technology, Ray also explains how he effectively collaborates with universities and the roles of industry, government, and academia. Known for his business acumen, Ray also juggles management role with his technical responsibilities. Most of all, his intrinsic sense of humor makes the wealth of his insights seem obvious to everyone including to this humble interviewer.