Here are some of the most popular types:  ✦ Academic conferences - They are organised by educational or research institutions to share scholarly findings. ✦ Trade conferences or expos - These are industry-specific events for businesses to showcase their products or services. ✦ Professional conferences - They focus on specific professions, offering professional development and networking. ✦ Tech conferences - Most tech conferences revolve around technology and innovation, and often feature product launches and industry leader talks. ✦ Medical and scientific conferences, congresses, or symposiums - These are events for healthcare professionals and scientists to discuss the latest advancements. ✦ Non-profit and association conferences - They are held by non-profits or associations to discuss issues and rally members. ✦ Corporate conferences - Internal events by corporations for company updates, training, or strategic planning. ✦ Virtual conferences - Any of the above types, but they held online, offering expanded reach and often reduced costs.