About Us

At Morgan Stanley, wealth management means far more than just giving investment advice. To us, it means providing the guidance and ideas to address virtually all phases of your financial life. As Financial Advisors, our goal is to help identify the proper guidance and strategies that are suitable for you along life's journey—seeking to help you grow, preserve and then ultimately transfer your wealth on to the next generation.

Our team has the knowledge and experience to help navigate the planning process—which is an ongoing process of preparing for and reacting to critical life events, such as a job change, retirement, an unexpected expense or inheritance. We are well-equipped to offer feedback and help navigate these events by providing our clients with access to the investment products, industry professionals and innovative technology that Morgan Stanley is known for. We believe that all of these tools are necessary in order to help you make informed, confident decisions about your finances.

As your Financial Advisors, our role is to make sure you not only have the in-depth planning and investment advice that we focus on, but to provide you with access to the various professionals that can offer insight on all of your financial needs, including tax, banking, lending and legal issues. We are committed to acting as your Financial Advisor—putting your interests first—and developing a lifetime relationship that is built on confidence and competency.

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Modern Wealth Tools

We offer a comprehensive suite of tools to manage your wealth more effectively in today's busy world. We strive to ensure we serve our clients with market-leading technology platforms that are resilient, safe, efficient, smart, fast and flexible.
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    Morgan Stanley Online (MSO)
    When you sign up for MSO, you can conveniently and securely manage your account online or on your mobile device.
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    Morgan Stanley Mobile App
    The Morgan Stanley Mobile App gives you the same capabilities as Morgan Stanley Online – all from the convenience of your own phone. It also offers features to simplify your everyday finances.
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    Total Wealth View
    With this service, you can view all your assets and liabilities together – whether held at Morgan Stanley or elsewhere – in one place for a comprehensive overview of your assets.
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    Goals Planning System (GPS)
    GPS is our financial planning software. It helps define what you want out of life, so we can create a financial framework to bring these goals to fruition.
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    Digital Vault
    Digital Vault lets you easily and conveniently manage and share life's most important documents, such as wills, deeds and estate plans as well as financial and tax filings.
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    Security Center: How to Protect Yourself Online
    Safeguarding your assets and information is one of our highest priorities, but you also have a critical role to play. Check out our collection of practical takeaways and best practices from our cybersecurity professionals, then explore a few of the ways we help protect you.
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Monthly Outlooks & Updates

Here at Morgan Stanley, we strive to simplify complex financial ideas so that our clients understand what is being done on their behalf to plan for their financial future. We are firm believers of giving our clients as many resources as possible so they can stay informed about the latest market trends, outlooks, and breakdowns. Morgan Stanley seeks to make complex financial ideas more digestible so that our clients understand what is being done on their behalf to plan for their financial future, and why. The links below provide detailed analysis on interesting topics that are affecting the finance and business worlds.
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    Planning for Your Financial Future
    Your financial goals and priorities will likely shift with time. To help prepare for the road ahead, ask yourself what matters to you and your family long term.
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    Global Investment Committee's Weekly
    The Global Investment Committee's Lisa Shalett headlines this weekly look at markets, asset class performance and fixed income. Click the link below to read the full report.
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    Global Investment Committee's Monthly "On the Markets"
    A monthly publication that summarizes the Global Investment Committee's market outlook and contains thought-provoking essays that examine the forces shaping the investment landscape. Check out this month's edition below.
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    Thoughts on the Market Podcast
    We are firm believers of giving our clients as many resources as possible so they can stay informed about the latest market trends, outlooks, and breakdowns. Morgan Stanley seeks to make complex financial ideas more digestible so that our clients understand what is being done on their behalf to plan for their financial future, and why. Follow the link below to listen to perspectives on the forces shaping markets.
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    2024 Income Tax Tables
    Federal Tax Information for 2024, including Income Tax Tables, Contribution Limits, Deadlines, etc.
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    2025 Income Tax Tables
    Federal Tax Information for 2025, including Income Tax Tables, Contribution Limits, Deadlines, etc.
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Location

1450 William Street
3rd Floor
Lake Charles, LA 70601
US
Direct:
(337) 479-7620(337) 479-7620

Meet Doumite, Potter, Pryor, Carter

About John Doumite

John M. Doumite, CRPC®
Executive Director
Financial Planning Specialist
Senior Portfolio Management Director
Alternative Investments Director

As a Financial Advisor since 2001, I focus on the Financial Planning process; helping clients, through thorough discovery, see which investment plan makes sense for them.  During good markets, most investors think, “I want more risk”.  After poor markets, investors claim “risk aversion”.  Knowledge learned through the planning process helps our clients truly understand the risk/reward balance of market investing.

After graduating McNeese State University in 1988 with a B.S. in Finance; ExxonMobil gave me an opportunity to work with some of the brightest people in the country.  Exxon really taught me how to think.  Collecting and analyzing data; reporting results with recommendations to Senior Exxon Management was part of my everyday work-life at ExxonMobil.

After six years, I left ExxonMobil to take over a small business.  I was able to find an operating business that had been around for over 30 years.  We were able to construct owner financing which gave the owner retirement income and helped me begin a business.  My partner and I transformed the company from a wholesale/commercial business to one that included retail convenience stores.  Meticulous, thoughtful business plans were developed and communicated securing financing.  Successful, profitable businesses were built and ultimately sold in 2001.

I began my investing career with Legg Mason.  Part of the interview process included a personality test.  This test noted I could be too detailed in being a Financial Advisor.  I’ve always laughed at that.  I believe my attention to detail is one of my biggest strengths.  It’s benefitted my entire career.  I use those same skills to help clients develop a comprehensive approach in managing their wealth.  We continually monitor to help ensure clients stay on path to achieve favorable results.
Securities Agent: NC, MS, MA, IL, VA, UT, MO, LA, GA, FL, SD, MT, MI, CO, AZ, TN, OR, NY, AR, AL, SC, NJ, VT, OK, KY, ID, DC, CA, KS, WI, TX, PA, NM, WV, IA, NH; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1412057

About Scott Potter

Scott Potter, Financial Advisor, is a registered investment professional who joined Morgan Stanley in 2014. He began his career at Merrill Lynch in 2010. Scott is dedicated to building long term relationships with his clients. His focus is on managing their wealth, while balancing their long-term and short-term financial goals. In addition to his portfolio management duties, Scott also assists in the management of the team’s internal processes, striving to provide clients with a top-notch service experience. Originally from Sonoma County, California, Scott is a Santa Clara University graduate and lives in Lake Charles with his wife and two children. Scott enjoys cooking, reading and tennis as well as the occasional round of golf.

Professional Details

2014 – Present: Morgan Stanley, Financial Advisor

2010 – 2014: Merrill Lynch, Financial Advisor

2006 – 2009: Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Management

Bachelor of Science in Commerce, Economics, 2006

Santa Clara University.

Santa Clara, CA

Bachelor of Arts, History, 2006

Santa Clara University

Santa Clara, CA

Series 7 – General Securities Representative

Series 66 – Combined Investment Advisory Agent & Uniform State Exam

Long Term Care Insurance Licensed

Life, Health, and Variable Annuity Insurance Licensed
Securities Agent: CO, AL, MA, OR, MS, FL, AZ, WI, MO, ID, AR, VT, TN, GA, WV, NC, KY, CA, KS, SC, PA, OK, NJ, LA, IL, SD, NM, DC, TX, MT, MI, NY, VA, IA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 510122

About Strekker Michael Pryor

Strekker Pryor, Financial Advisor Associate, joined Morgan Stanley in 2010. Prior to becoming an FAA, Strekker worked for the team as a Client Service Associate, Financial Planning Associate, and Portfolio Management Associate. His former roles have equipped him to serve clients with a personal touch, present customized financial plans, and construct investment portfolios that best fit clients’ needs. Strekker was born and raised in Lake Charles, LA. He obtained both his B.S. in Accounting (Summa Cum Laude) and his MBA from McNeese State University. Strekker enjoys spending time with his wife, Mandi, and their three girls, as well as fishing, hunting, and golfing.

 

Professional Details

2010 – Present: Morgan Stanley

2008 – 2010: Scalisi, Myers, and White APC - Accountant

Master of Business Administration, 2009

McNeese State University

Lake Charles, LA

Bachelor of Science in Accounting, 2008

McNeese State University

Lake Charles, LA

Series 7 – General Securities Representative

Series 66 – Combined Investment Advisory Agent & Uniform State Exam

Long Term Care Insurance Licensed

Life, Health, and Variable Annuity Insurance Licensed
Securities Agent: NM, AL, VA, TX, SD, KY, CA, AZ, NY, MS, LA, CO, PA, MI, IA, NC, FL, MA, VT, MT, IL, KS, WV, ID, AR, OK, NJ, OR, MO, GA, DC, WI, TN, SC; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1758103

About F. Matthew Carter

Securities Agent: WY, WV, WI, WA, VT, TX, NJ, RI, OR, OK, SC, OH, NY, NV, NM, PR, NH, ND, VI, MT, MS, MO, SD, MI, TN, ME, MD, MN, MA, LA, KY, KS, IA, AR, GA, NC, DE, NE, DC, UT, CT, CO, CA, FL, AZ, PA, ID, HI, AL, AK, IN, IL, VA; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1481205

About Jeri L. Bostick

A 20-year veteran of the financial services industry, Jeri currently serves as Senior Registered Client Service Associate at Rose, Doumite, Potter. She began her career with Legg Mason in 1999, initially working on the operations side of the business. As the industry evolved, so too did Jeri's position and she ultimately made the transition into client services.

Jeri is often the first point of contact for clients calling in with questions about their accounts. She also assists advisors with the client onboarding process, ensuring that documents are properly filled out and processed as well as helping clients with their cash management needs, such as distributions, deposits and transfers. She is Series 7 and Series 66 licensed.

Away from the office, Jeri is actively involved in her church. She enjoys spending time with friends and family, especially with her three granddaughters.

About Erin Allen

Erin Allen, originally from Kinder, Louisiana, joined the Rose Doumite Potter Pryor Group in 2018 after 21 years in Accounting and Customer Service.

Her many years of experience aided in a smooth transition into client services at Morgan Stanley. Erin worked diligently to become registered in 2019 with certifications in the SIE, Series 7 and Series 66. She is currently working along side Jeri assisting clients with their cash management needs and onboarding processes.

Erin graduated with a B.S. degree in Accounting from McNeese State University in 2002.

Outside of the office, Erin enjoys spending time with her husband of 22 years and her two children, Gray and Adrien. Her hobbies are traveling, reading, landscaping, spending time by the pool and watching her children play sports.
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