David Beaton

David Beaton is a prominent business leader and entrepreneur based in the Buffalo-Niagara Falls area. He is the founder and CEO of Kelton Enterprises, LLC, which he established with his wife, Allanna Beaton, in 1999.13

Business Ventures

Kelton Enterprises is the largest franchisee of Tim Hortons in New York State, operating 47 locations with nearly 1,000 team members.1 The company has received several accolades, including:

• 2023 Buffalo Niagara Business Association Ethics Award for large companies
• 2020 Buffalo Business First Family Business of the Year

In addition to Kelton Enterprises, David and Allanna also founded Kelton Group, LLC, which invests in commercial real estate in Western New York.1

Recognition and Leadership

David Beaton has been recognized for his business acumen and community involvement:

• Named to the Buffalo Business First Power 250 list of business and community leaders from 2022 to 2024, most recently ranked #5912
• Serves on the Board of Directors for several organizations, including:
  • Buffalo Niagara Partnership
  • The Children's Hospital of Buffalo Foundation
  • Buffalo Renaissance Foundation
  • Amherst Police Foundation
  • Miracle League of Western New York

He has also held leadership positions such as:

• Past Chair of USA Tim Hortons Advisory Board
• Past Chairman of the Young President's Organization (YPO) Empire State chapter1

Community Involvement

David and his wife Allanna are actively involved in community participation and sponsorships, including:

• Timbit sports programs
• YMCA Turkey Trot
• Walk to End Alzheimer's
• Support for local schools and hospitals
• Smile cookie campaigns1

Their commitment to the community has been a foundational aspect of building relationships within the areas they serve.