Meet The People Behind Our Quality Fishing Services
Joshua Massoud
Joshua is a lifelong outdoorsman, avid bass fisherman, and a Managing Partner of Private Water Fishing. A longtime PWF member before becoming an owner, he brings a deep respect for the club’s community and the lakes that make it special.
Joshua focuses on lake management, member experience, and landowner partnerships. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Athens Fish and Game Club and is actively involved in conservation and responsible lake stewardship. Outside of PWF, Joshua is the Managing Partner of Tax Credit Collective, where he provides tax incentive expertise and oversight.
Lindsay Polyak
Lindsay is a growth-focused business leader with over two decades of experience building and operating service-based companies. As a Managing Partner of Private Water Fishing, she oversees strategy, operations, marketing, and partnerships, with a strong focus on member acquisitions and landowner relationships.
Lindsay is also a Partner at Tax Credit Collective, where she works closely with business owners and CPAs on tax incentive strategies. At Private Water Fishing, she is committed to honoring the club’s legacy while thoughtfully investing in its future, always with the experience and stewardship of the properties in mind.
Cole Porter
Cole joined Private Water Fishing in 2017 and serves as Operations Manager. He supports members by assisting with bookings, addressing day-to-day needs, and troubleshooting issues, while also helping with fish stocking operations and shad sales.
An avid outdoorsman, Cole is passionate about bass fishing and regularly competes in tournaments across Texas. He also enjoys waterfowl hunting with his Labrador, Mia, training dogs, and landscaping, and values the opportunity to work in a role closely tied to his love of the outdoors.
Steve Alexander
Steve Alexander is the founder of Private Water Fishing and the visionary who established the club’s commitment to private access, conservation, and quality lake management. More than a decade ago, Steve recognized the opportunity to create a membership-based fishing experience built on trust with landowners and thoughtful stewardship of each property.
Through his leadership, Private Water Fishing grew into a highly respected network of well-managed lakes. Steve is widely regarded for his hands-on approach to lake management. His values, relationships, and stewardship-first philosophy continue to shape the culture and standards of Private Water Fishing today.