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Proofpoint IPO Has Good Debut Amid Tech Stock Rollercoaster

By Stephanie Jordan
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This month Proofpoint Inc,  one of the original security-as-a-service providers, took the plunge and launched its IPO, trading on the NASDAQ Global Market. Gary Steele, CEO, had the honor of ringing the Opening Bell on April 20 to commemorate the event.

Published April 30, 2012

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