Entrepreneurs and executives at emerging companies hoping to attract investors and looking for expert advice may want to attend upcoming events from the Council for Entrepreneurial development.

“Raising the Dough” kicks off on Jan. 29 and Feb. 5.

Both programs run five hours, starting at 3 p.m., and will provide attendees “direct interaction” to “successful CEOs” who know the perils and promise of outside financing.

The events are scheduled at the Research Triangle Park Foundation headquarters.

Registration is required, and there is a fee.

Attendance at the second event will be capped at 100 with priority given to people who take part in the first program.