MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs #441: Nick Stubbe

MoxieTalk with Kirt Jacobs

Born on October 1, 1978, in Virginia, Nick is widely recognized by his moniker “Fat Perez” as an American golf personality and social media influencer due to his engaging presence on YouTube’s “Bob Does Sports.” Stubbe’s academic journey includes studies in history at Hampden-Sydney College and the attainment of a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Virginia Commonwealth University. Professionally, he has held roles in finance and operations, notably serving as a fraud detection agent at Capital One and later as a property accountant and asset manager at Commonwealth Commercial Partners LLC. Introduced to golf by his father, Kevin Stubbe, a bond manager, Nick developed a profound passion for the sport early in life. He competed in high school and Division III collegiate golf, though he did not pursue a professional career in the sport. His golfing skills remained a significant aspect of his life, leading to his eventual prominence in the online golf community. Emergence as “Fat Perez” The appellation “Fat Perez” originated during a golf match when a fellow player remarked on his resemblance to professional golfer Pat Perez, humorously dubbing him “Fat Perez.” Embracing this nickname, Stubbe utilized it as his screen name during Zoom happy hours hosted by comedian Robby Berger during the COVID-19 pandemic. His wit and golfing acumen captured Berger’s attention, and he was integrated into the “Bob Does Sports” ensemble. In 2021, Nick Stubbe married Anne Cole Stubbe, a certified Pure Barre instructor who actively supports his business ventures. The couple resides in Virginia. As a pivotal “Bob Does Sports” member, Stubbe contributes to a YouTube channel with over half a million subscribers. His engaging content has garnered a substantial following, with his Instagram account, @thefatperez, amassing over 500,000 followers. In summary, Nick Stubbe, known as “Fat Perez,” has adeptly transformed his lifelong passion for golf into a thriving career as a social media influencer and integral member of the “Bob Does Sports” team. He captivatingly captures audiences with his humor and golfing expertise.