Jim 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.

Jim 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. “Jim Bechand has always been a trusted partner in our business.”

Stephan Hauser, the brand director of Star Brand Imports, said, “I’ve worked with Jim Bechand and the Aris Graphics team for years, and I consider them to be one of my most valued business partners. Jim 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.”

Jim Bechand began in the industry by selling labeling products to packaged goods companies. Since then, Jim 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.

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

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

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

Outside the workplace, Jim 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.