Nick Vertucci - Poker Player

Biography

Nick Vertucci is an American poker player, entrepreneur, and real estate investor. He is best known as the co-founder of Hustler Casino Live (HCL). In the 1990s, he started a successful tech business and later transitioned into real estate, founding the Nick Vertucci Real Estate Academy.

Background

Nick Vertucci was born in Orange County, California, on March 27, 1966. He started working in tech and founded a company that, at its peak, generated $40M/year. He later transitioned to real estate investing from 2007 to 2013. Later, he launched the Nick Vertucci Real Estate Academy (NVREA) in 2014. He started playing poker as a hobby in the early 2000s. He began with low-stakes $1-2 and $2-5 no-limit hold 'em.

Nick Vertucci's Poker Career

Nick Vertucci started playing poker in the early 2000s at Commerce Casino, playing low-stakes games such as $1-2 and $2-5 live-limit games. By 2024, he placed 8th in a large $1,500-no no-limit tournament.

He became regular on Live at the Bike in 2017, playing $50–100 and $200–400 No‑Limit Hold’em. He even co-founded Hustler Casino Live (HCL) with Ryan Feldman. He appeared frequently as a player and helped with business operations, sponsorships, and lineup decisions.

Nick Vertucci’s Poker Results

Controversy & Departure

• In October 2024, allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct surfaced. Julia McBride shared explicit messages; Kitty Kuo and Veronica Brill issued similar claims.
• HCL announced Vertucci would “no longer be involved with High Stakes Poker Productions”.
• In March 2025, NSUS Group, owner of GGPoker, officially purchased Vertucci’s stake.

Nick Vertucci Net Worth

Nick Vertucci has a total live earnings of $10,061.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bracelets has Nick Vertucci won?

Nick Vertucci has not won a World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet.