A successful offering will help a lot, but more money will be needed.

A successful offering allows members of the next generation to spread their wings while staying in the family business.

The efforts apparently worked, and by 1998, the chain had completed a successful public offering.

In October 2012, it launched a successful initial public offering that valued the company at $9.5 billion.

The price soared to $97 that day before closing at $63.50, making it the most successful public offering of stock ever.

A successful offering helps set the stage for the company's return at a later date for more money.

This store expanded on the successful offerings in the initial two locations.

It became one of the most successful offerings of the year.

The company had one of the most successful initial public offerings in history.

Not surprisingly, several companies have made highly successful public offerings in the last 18 months.