'Bridging the Divide: Boards and Management in a New Risk Landscape' is a training course offered by the European University Institute's Florence School of Banking and Finance. The course is part of the Bank Board Academy (BBA) training programme, supporting the effective functioning of bank boards by facilitating exchange between supervisors, regulators, and bank board-level professionals. It equips participants and Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) with the knowledge and tools necessary to contribute meaningfully to their bank’s strategic direction. Ultimately, the BBA seeks to foster more consistent and effective governance practices across the European banking landscape. The course, held on 9-10 October 2026, covered a range of topics including bank board performance, dynamics, structuring and effectiveness; geo-economic and political risks; risk data aggregation; banking consolidation; and the development of a strong risk culture.