The Different Types of Conferences

1. The Different Types of Conferences As a business owner, you will be invited to a wide range of business conferences over the years. National based business initiatives are introduced on an almost daily basis. Some are focused on particular industries, some on communities and others on small business owners that want to grow their brands and achieve success. We have listed the major types of conferences, enabling you to identify which ones is the right choice for you and your business to attend in the future. The first type of conference worth mentioning and one you are probably very familiar with if you have ever worked in the corporate world is an AGM (Annual General Meeting). This is a meeting in which the shareholders of the corporation are able to discuss the business’s annual progress with the board of directors. The AGM is also where a new board is elected to carry on with the business for the next financial year. Now you may or may not have heard of a conclave. A conclave is a conference between major influencers and those in positions of governmental power. This is probably not a conference you will ever come into contact with unless you work for the president or someone of importance in your home country. Board meetings are very common in the business environment. These meetings are held a few times each year and involve a company's board of directors and decision makers. They discuss progress and upcoming plans for the business. Any issues are discussed and ironed out to improve processes, marketing and boost the company brand.

2. Another common type of conference you will probably come across during your career is workshops. Workshops are educational conferences that have focused discussions on techniques and skills for a specific industry. A workshop is open to professionals in a particular field, enabling them to discuss and interact regarding their findings and learnings, helping them to gain value from the experience and return to work with new knowledge or skills. Trade shows and exhibitions could also fall under conferences. These are open to the public and attendees generally pay money to enter. Attendees can meet suppliers and view a full range of products and services relating to a particular industry. This is a wonderful lead generation opportunity for companies that are participating, helping them find new suppliers and clients with ease and confidence. Conventions are another type of conference. These are often held annually and include featured products, keynote speakers and more. They are usually geared towards a particular industry or field of interest. These typically run over a few days with an entry fee that is payable either in advance or on the day. A conference involves a gathering of members of the same business or industry. There are presentations, discussions, networking opportunities, and entertainment. A conference takes place over one or more days. Breakout sessions are formed within a larger conference. This is when attendees break into smaller groups to have sessions, workshops and presentations. This ensures that every attendee gains value from topics that interest them. Seminars are other forms of conferences which are similar to a workshop. There is less interaction and individual participation, here participants listen to experts on a range of topics, gaining value from the information and insights they provide. About Us: L'ATTITUDE is a business based national initiative that is designed to enlighten executives and help them understand The New Mainstream Economy and the US Latino cohort that is driving it. This established conference is held annually in San Diego, California and hosts some of the top CEOs, economists, celebrities, politicians, industry influencers and more. Participants at L'ATTITUDE engage in an open dialogue about the facts and data regarding America’s Latino Factor and The New Mainstream Economy. Conference sessions focus on topics including Media and Entertainment, Issues and Politics, Business and Economics and much more. Each year, the event is sponsored by top brand names, while including a lineup of top-notch guest speakers and entertainers. The 2020 Conference will be held at the Grand Manchester Hyatt in San Diego, California from September 24th -26th. To find out more, visit https://lattitude.net/