About Developing Wings

We remove the hidden blocks that keep you from getting the most out of AI.

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We help you reach your potential with AI

Developing Wings teaches you to think and talk with AI naturally. It’s not about learning more tools or chasing the latest features. It’s about removing the barriers that make AI feel overwhelming or random.

You’ll gain the confidence to turn messy inputs into decision-ready documents. To create drafts and plans that actually reflect what you need. To use AI in ways that save time instead of creating more chaos.

Guided path from AI overwhelm to confident use, using practical methods and teaching-based support. Guided Researcher adds structure and momentum so work gets clearer, faster, and calmer.
What We Do

We teach people to use AI in ways that actually work. Our methods come from real business, nonprofit, and consulting projects, not theory.

Everything is built on real workflows and refined through hands-on teaching. No fluff, no hype. If it doesn’t save time or make sense, it’s not part of the process. We help you learn skills you can reuse, not just hand you a one-off solution.

Who We Are

Developing Wings is Karl Swab and Roxane Rinard’s way of making AI approachable and useful. We created this because too many people struggle with AI when they know it could help. There’s a better way, and it doesn’t require becoming a tech expert or sifting through endless hype.

Guided Researcher paths from Developing Wings

Choose the type of Guided Researcher that best fits your work.

Business
Guided Researcher

For people who need one place to think through decisions and turn the work into usable drafts. Supports strategy, operations, internal briefs, and website or marketing copy, without starting from a blank page.

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Nonprofit Grants
Guided Researcher

For nonprofit leaders and teams carrying grants, reports, boards, and budgets.
Helps shape proposals, answer funder questions, and turn working notes into clear updates and board-ready materials.

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Custom
Guided Researcher

For organizations or individuals who want a Guided Researcher shaped around their field of work, Brand Voice, and comfort with tools. 
When you are ready, we design it with you.

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Trusted by Busy Professionals

Real feedback from people consulting with Developing Wings to move faster and think deeper.

The Guided Researcher – Business & Website myGPT is an exceptionally AI tool that streamlines the research process from the very first prompt. Its ease of use makes it accessible to professionals at any level, while its structured, question-driven workflow ensures users stay focused, organized, and confident as they explore even complex subjects. Its suggestions on follow-up queries after each response are very insightful and intuitive. What truly sets this GPT apart is its ability to uncover angles and considerations users may not have thought to explore on their own, a capability that adds real strategic value.

Beyond simplifying research, the Guided Researcher delivers depth. It not only gathers information but helps interpret it, offering insight that supports better decision-making and more comprehensive understanding. For anyone who wants to accelerate their research, sharpen their thinking, and gain new perspectives with minimal friction, the The Guided Researcher – Business & Website myGPT is a standout solution.

~ Steve Clairmont, Missoula SBDC  regarding the Guided Researcher – Business & Website

I took a class from Roxane on ChatGPT and loved it. It gave me a really good overview of features and functions and provided a foundation for me to explore how it could work for me. With the information she provided, I could delve deeper into the possibilities without a lot of guesswork since I had the basics I needed to go further on my own. Highly recommended.

~ Karen Kallestad


This class removed any apprehension I had with AI. Roxanne and her team did a fantastic job in explaining how AI works and how to make AI work for you. Since taking this course, I’ve used ChatGPT for solutions in personal and private matters. In fact, I ask ChatGPT to review my inquiries and summarize my experience. Here is the response:

From our conversations, it seems like you’re using ChatGPT for a broad range of topics, from looking into practical advice and creative ideas to sharing your thoughts and seeking insights. You appear to value thoughtful discussions and a blend of perspectives. You aim to improve your environment, deepen your understanding, and enjoy activities that bring fulfillment, like DJing or being supportive for your son. Your approach is open-minded yet discerning, and you’re interested in hearing different viewpoints that can help clarify the best truth or solution.

~ Ray Brown


Roxanne has helped out our business so much. Her knowledge and professional manner is a treat! She is always wanting to help and guide and we appreciate her constantly!

~ Carly, Meng Dentistry

Very knowledgeable and up to date on web cams, and drones in addition to being a good teacher.

Addendum: in the past year Roxanne has taken an interest in AI and using chat gtp for various purposes. She and her colleagues are very good educators and personally followup on students success.

~ Vince Meng



The exposure to this new technology has opened up many opportunities where this can make our work easier. I appreciate Roxane developing this class. This exposure answers many questions and reduces my anxiety about this technology. Thank you Roxane.

~ Steve Clairmont regarding AI Workshop