Jessica Cain

Jessica Cain is the driving force behind Sonder Consulting Group, a visionary consultancy committed to empowering organizations and individuals to thrive. With over 18 years of experience in employee engagement, program development, and strategic leadership, Jess has a proven track record of transforming workplace cultures and fostering authentic connections.

Recognized as the top 1% of employees in a 77,000-person organization for exceptional contributions and impact, Jess earned this prestigious recognition by initiating a partnership with Wharton University and Adam Grant to challenge assumptions about workplace well-being. Through this collaboration, Jess launched one of the largest culture change initiatives in her organization’s history, developing over 30 support circles where 15% of the workforce self-enrolled to foster connection, mental health awareness, and professional growth.

Jess’s leadership extends beyond culture change initiatives. As the Chair and Connect Director for a Global Women’s Business Resource Group with over 19,000 members, she played a pivotal role in creating a sense of belonging for women across the globe. She also founded and led the Workplace Wellness for Women Support Circle, which grew to include over 1,700 members, addressing the unique challenges faced by women in corporate environments.

To tackle conversations often overlooked in corporate America, Jess created the Wellbeing Lab, a platform for discussing workplace mental health, resilience, and holistic well-being. In 2024 alone, she delivered keynote presentations to over 13,000 employees, sparking meaningful dialogue and driving impactful change. Known for her ability to inspire and uplift, Jess is also a highly sought-after mentor, helping emerging leaders articulate their stories, amplify their voices, and grow their influence.

When she’s not leading transformative initiatives, Jess is teaching Pilates, coaching high school volleyball, and exploring ways to cultivate balance and joy in every aspect of life.

  • "Jessica is extremely intelligent, driven, empathetic, and genuinely cares for the people that are lucky enough to be led by her. She does an incredible job of casting vision, motivating and inspiring her team, and giving people the tools that they need in order to be successful. Not only is Jessica a significant difference-maker in any organization that she is a part of, she is an absolute delight to work with."

    Andrew Newsom | Financial Advisor

  • "I am delighted to recommend Jessica Cain for her outstanding contributions and dedication to her work. Having worked alongside her at U.S. Bank, I witnessed firsthand the impact she had on both large scale and special projects, critical business and team member resource groups, and the mental health and wellbeing of team members across the entire organization. Jessica naturally inspires others with her vision and enthusiasm. She fosters a collaborative environment where team members feel valued and empowered to contribute."

    Nicole Light | AVP, Workplace Planning Project Manager

  • "Jessica embodies a unique blend of knowledge and empathy that she infuses into every aspect of her work. Throughout our mentorship, she has taught me invaluable lessons about self-discovery, purposeful listening, and has provided me with various resources to foster my professional growth. Her dedication is unparalleled; she commits herself fully to every project she undertakes, and I have been fortunate to witness her remarkable contributions over the years."

    Melissa Dennis | Performance Coach

  • "Jessica has a unique way of connecting with people. She leads with heart and passion, and conveys that through her strengths in communication and strategic thinking."

    Ryan Kentrolis | Employee Engagement Manager

  • "When I think of Jessica, the first thing that comes to mind is a Strong Powerful Presence. She has developed her skills over the years to be an engaging Public Speaker and has done this at the highest levels of the Bank. Everything she does to prepare is creative and innovative from preparation to the composing of her visuals. Her communication skills grab an audience who are always wanting more. This is truly her passion!! She is an influencer and a leader who has had great success managing projects and delivering an excellent end product."

    Anita Edwards | VP, Employee Engagement Manager and Certified Executive Coach