Company Information

We love what we do. The passion we have for our work enables us to take ownership of our clients' projects. We constantly strive to deliver the highest-quality products possible.

There is no greater satisfaction than delivering a finished product that helps a client reach their goals and objectives. To learn more about our approach to customer service, follow the provided links for more information.

Mission Statement

Our Mission is to provide the finest communication products and services available. From graphic design to print to digital output, B&B Press strives to exceed client expectations. We create long-lasting relationships with our client partners in order to help them reach their goals.

Company History

The story of B&B Press is really the story of our Grandfather and the Bistis family.

Constantine Bistis was all of 18 years old when he came to America from the island of Andros, Greece. He had spent 2 years working on cargo ships as a communications officer. In July, 1907, after a particularly perilous storm in the south Atlantic, he decided to relocate to solid ground and become the first Bistis to come to America, the land of opportunity.

Constantine learned the English language and attended night school, this after working all day as a laborer. Settled in Newark, New Jersey he became active in the local Chapter of AHEPA, a Greek civic organization comprised of area businessmen. Many of these men were owners of the well-known “Greek” diners that were springing up all over the state. They convinced Constantine, an educated and hard-working man, to open a print shop that would supply the daily menus for their diners.

Constantine married Helen in 1921 and they had four children, Mary, Matthew, Irene and John. As the children grew up, they all worked at the “shop” on New Street whenever they were not in school. In 1937, the impending turmoil of Europe was matched on a smaller scale at home. Constantine became seriously ill and was unable to work. Helen, perhaps the strongest woman in my memory, took on the responsibility of running the business with the help of the four children. Many a diner-owner was reduced to a young boy when confronted with Grandma, collecting on a past due invoice. Not surprisingly, the business continued to flourish.

In 1951, Helen finally retired and B&B Press was purchased by sons Matthew and John, and son-in-law Ralph Rosania, who had married Mary. Through the fifties they accumulated more corporate business, and in 1963 B&B moved to its present location in Kenilworth, NJ. Rapidly changing technology saw B&B Press transform from the old hot-metal/letterpress process to offset lithography. The business grew quickly as craftsmanship evolved with the introduction of computers in the 1980's.

In 1978 Matthew's son, Mark Bistis, joined the business, having graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology. After working as a pressman and art director, Mark is now President and General Manager. John Bistis Jr. joined the business in 1983, after attending Rider College. Having worked as a pressman and stripper, John now serves as Vice President and Production Manager. Today B&B Press prints from one to full color, with complete design, pre-press and bindery capabilities. Along with full on-line web ordering and proofing, we've assembled the finest staff in Union County.

So, what has Constantine brought to America? Four children, fourteen grandchildren, nineteen great-grandchildren and B&B Press. The American dream… an American family-business that still thrives today, almost 100 years after he arrived.

If Constantine were alive today, we think he'd be proud.