James Bechand
Owner

James Bechand is principal of Aris Graphics, founded in 2004, with locations in Connecticut and New York. He is a general partner in the firm with Kevin Indiveri.

James Bechand brings more than 20 years' experience in the printing and graphic arts industry to his position overseeing production and operations for the company.

Satisfied clients of Aris Graphics include Bill Flanagan, managing director of Ryan Partnership.

"I'm on the front lines with my clients every day and the one thing that we have to have is reliable print vendors to successfully deliver our program materials on time and looking...[more]"

James Bechand is principal of Aris Graphics, founded in 2004, with locations in Connecticut and New York. He is a general partner in the firm with Kevin Indiveri.

James Bechand brings more than 20 years' experience in the printing and graphic arts industry to his position overseeing production and operations for the company.

Satisfied clients of Aris Graphics include Bill Flanagan, managing director of Ryan Partnership.

"I'm on the front lines with my clients every day and the one thing that we have to have is reliable print vendors to successfully deliver our program materials on time and looking great," Flanagan said. "James Bechand has always been a trusted partner in our business."

Stephan Hauser, the brand director of Star Brand Imports, said, "I've worked with James Bechand and the Aris Graphics team for years, and I consider them to be one of my most valued business partners. James Bechand and his team add a unique perspective to our business not only in the printing and graphics area, but in retail merchandising as well."

James Bechand began in the industry by selling labeling products to packaged goods companies. Since then, James Bechand has managed commercial printing account relationships for a range of Fortune 500 companies, including American Express, Conde Nast, JPMorgan Chase and The Boston Beer Company.

James Bechand grew up in Waterford, N.Y., and graduated from Catholic Central High School in 1979. At high school, James Bechand lettered in basketball and was ranked second in the sport statewide.

James Bechand attended Niagara University. Following his 1983 graduation, James Bechand went to work for Macaran Printed Products in Cohoes, N.Y., where he stayed from 1984 to 1986.

In 1986, James Bechand joined Winson Surnamer lithographers, where he remained until 1993. In 1994, James Bechand started JB Promotional Graphics. In 2004, James Bechand helped found Aris Graphics.

Outside the workplace, James Bechand is active in LI Legatus, an organization for Christian CEOs, the Huntington Country Club, the Friars Head Golf Club and the Southampton Yacht Club.

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