Endea Thibodeaux
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Copa: Where are you from?
Endea: I was born in Ghana, West Africa; however, I am proudly from Washington, D.C., with roots in both D.C. and Beltsville, Maryland. These communities have shaped my values, work ethic, and passion for service Copa: Which schools have you attended?
Endea: My formative education was provided by my Mom, who homeschooled me from the age of 3 to 12. In high school, I attended Takoma Academy and then Pine Forge Academy, an African American boarding school in Pennsylvania. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies from the University of Maryland, followed by a Real Estate, Life Insurance, and Solar consultant licenses. I’ve also completed extensive certifications in relationship coaching. |
Copa: Who is the main person who has influenced your life?
Endea: My most significant influences have been my parents and my children. My parents instilled in me resilience, faith, and the belief that service is a calling. My children—Darius, twins Aron and Aliyah, and my grandson Josiah continue to inspire me to grow, lead, and create opportunities for others. They are the heartbeat behind everything I do.
Endea: My most significant influences have been my parents and my children. My parents instilled in me resilience, faith, and the belief that service is a calling. My children—Darius, twins Aron and Aliyah, and my grandson Josiah continue to inspire me to grow, lead, and create opportunities for others. They are the heartbeat behind everything I do.
Copa: What influenced you to become an entrepreneur?
Endea: Entrepreneurship found me through purpose and my DNA. I come from a line of entrepreneurs on my father's side. I realized that I could create my reality and shape my future best as an entrepreneur. I also see gaps in mental health access, housing stability, and community support, especially for underserved populations—and I want to be a part of building solutions. My drive comes from wanting to create systems that heal, empower, and uplift. Entrepreneurship allows me to merge my advocacy and my vision for generational impact.
Endea: Entrepreneurship found me through purpose and my DNA. I come from a line of entrepreneurs on my father's side. I realized that I could create my reality and shape my future best as an entrepreneur. I also see gaps in mental health access, housing stability, and community support, especially for underserved populations—and I want to be a part of building solutions. My drive comes from wanting to create systems that heal, empower, and uplift. Entrepreneurship allows me to merge my advocacy and my vision for generational impact.
Copa: Would you like to mention a few projects you are currently working on?
Endea: Absolutely. I’m currently launching Blessed to Be A Blessing, LLC, a housing initiative focused on returning citizens and individuals with mental health needs. Preparing for the Ms. Senior America Pageant 2026, embracing a new chapter of personal growth, visibility, and community representation. Developing proposals for tiny home communities, blending affordability, dignity, and sustainability.
Each project reflects my commitment to healing, housing, and hope.
Endea: Absolutely. I’m currently launching Blessed to Be A Blessing, LLC, a housing initiative focused on returning citizens and individuals with mental health needs. Preparing for the Ms. Senior America Pageant 2026, embracing a new chapter of personal growth, visibility, and community representation. Developing proposals for tiny home communities, blending affordability, dignity, and sustainability.
Each project reflects my commitment to healing, housing, and hope.
Copa: How would you describe your personal style (fashion)
Endea: My style is elegant, confident, and purposefully expressive. I love pieces that blend sophistication with bold femininity—structured silhouettes, rich colors, and timeless classics with a modern twist. Fashion, for me, is storytelling, ageless and timeless. It’s how I walk into a room and say, “I am here, I am grounded, and I am ready.”
Endea: My style is elegant, confident, and purposefully expressive. I love pieces that blend sophistication with bold femininity—structured silhouettes, rich colors, and timeless classics with a modern twist. Fashion, for me, is storytelling, ageless and timeless. It’s how I walk into a room and say, “I am here, I am grounded, and I am ready.”
Copa: Who are your 3 favorite professional models of all time?
Endea: My top three would be:
Beverly Johnson – for her iconic presence and unmatched longevity.
Tyra Banks – for breaking barriers and redefining beauty and business.
Iman – for her elegance, philanthropy, and global influence.
Each of them embodies strength, reinvention, and purpose—qualities I deeply admire.
Endea: My top three would be:
Beverly Johnson – for her iconic presence and unmatched longevity.
Tyra Banks – for breaking barriers and redefining beauty and business.
Iman – for her elegance, philanthropy, and global influence.
Each of them embodies strength, reinvention, and purpose—qualities I deeply admire.
Copa: What does the future hold for Endea and her world of business?
Endea: The future is expansive. I envision myself continuing to build organizations that transform lives—through initiatives focused on mental health, housing, advocacy, and community empowerment. I envision scaling my programs, influencing policy, mentoring the next generation of leaders, and creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and inspired.
My journey is about legacy. And the best chapters are still unfolding.
Endea: The future is expansive. I envision myself continuing to build organizations that transform lives—through initiatives focused on mental health, housing, advocacy, and community empowerment. I envision scaling my programs, influencing policy, mentoring the next generation of leaders, and creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and inspired.
My journey is about legacy. And the best chapters are still unfolding.
Endea Thibodeaux
Solar Energy Consultant
202-573-9033
Solar Energy Consultant
202-573-9033
