Because Your Company Reputation Matters.


For more than 30 years, our founder has worked in the communications field in a variety of industries. Her passion for story-telling, educating and entertaining is what prompted her to start Volterra Communications in 2020.

Volterra, a city in the Tuscany region of Italy, dates back to the third century. A walled city on a hill, it has stood the test of time and serves as a fortress to protect its residents - its most important assets. And surrounding this city are rolling hills covered in olive trees. Many think of the olive tree as a symbol of peace (“offering an olive branch”) but it is also known as a symbol of wisdom, prosperity and success.

Volterra Communications was built on these principals -- to build and protect your company’s most precious asset - your reputation. We do this using various tools: communications, community outreach, corporate social responsibility, strategic partnerships, and communications coaching. And we partner with experts across the country to bring the expertise you need.

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Patty Deutsche
Founder, CEO

Patty is a recognized communications expert with more than 30 years of experience. Her career began in politics, as a political appointee in the Reagan Administration and, subsequently, as a Legislative Aide to US Senator Conrad Burns.  She then became a lobbyist for a Fortune 500 healthcare company and has since spent her career in communications.  Working for companies like Deloitte & Touche, Cisco Systems, The Dow Chemical Company, Marathon Petroleum Corporation, and a boutique PR firm, she has provided expertise in the areas of corporate communications, crisis communications, community relations and public and government affairs.

Patty serves on several boards including the East Bay Regional Park District Foundation and the East Bay Leadership Council, which she chaired in 2017-18. She also served as Chair of the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce from 2018-19.  In early 2020, Patty was appointed as a Commissioner to the Pleasant Hill Civic Action Commission.

Patty is a sought-after public speaker, engaging and entertaining audiences with her speeches done all in rhyme. She is an avid golfer and is inspired by travel, wine and food...and often tries to combine all of those!

October 2020: Patty was honored to receive the Western States Petroleum Association (WSPA) 2020 Women of Wisdom & Influence award for exemplifying "courage in everything she does. She’s positive, dedicated, and constantly brings together diverse voices to guide a conversation and build consensus."