Alex Boomgard is the owner and general manager of Halo Nails in Cedar Park. A Marine Corps veteran (Cpl, 2008–2012), Alex went on to a career in engineering and cybersecurity before taking over Halo in spring 2026. He isn’t a nail tech; his job is to support the artists and run the salon the way he learned in the Marines and in cybersecurity: listen to people, follow the process every time, and verify rather than trust. That’s why every client at Halo sees their tools come out of a sealed pouch. Alex also hosts Guy in the Chair on YouTube, where he tries beauty treatments for the first time and puts popular products to the test. Halo is a family-owned business, and Alex’s goal is simple: make it the cleanest, most relaxing salon in Cedar Park, and always a great value.