INSIGHTS Overheard By Staff Monday, August 27, 2012 12:00 AM “VEW has upped the networking opps for attendees with more scheduled events including an opening night kick-off party at Tao Nightclub.” mkane@jobson.com “I just had the amazing opportunity to witness retailers assess products they’d consider for their stores. This will help shape VM’s future frame coverage.” dcarroll@jobson.com “This fall we’ll see a bumper crop of new lens products. Among the most interesting are those designed for users of computers and smartphones.” akarp@jobson.com “It was tough making decisions for the D.A.R.E. Awards this month; we heard from so many great retailers and their supporters.” cwolinski@jobson.com