This is the first article from a new contributor. Reg Hoare has worked for 30 years in the City, initially in investment banking and the securities business, latterly as managing director of MHP Communications. He has been investing in investment trusts as a private investor for more than three decades. Here he explains his investment philosophy and highlights his current favourites and recent experience.   

Reg Hoare Mavericks Like many a self-investing retail investor I am trying to grow my capital to ensure a good pot for retirement. This means seeking a decent compounding total return, ra...