Intercon Furniture - Carlson HISTORY OF INTERCON In 1976, Tom and Linda Turpin started selling barstools out of the back of their pick-up truck. Forty years later, Intercon is still family owned and operated, and their two person barstool business has become an industry leader in designing, marketing and manufacturing wood dining, bedroom and home entertainment furniture. QUALITY & VALUE We at Intercon are constantly working to bring the best styles at the best value to improve your life. It is our mission to offer our customers superior quality products with lasting value. Dealing with only high integrity, high quality sub-contractor factories has helped us to deliver the best value in the industry. Our close, long-term relationships with factories and dealers have enabled us to provide customized programs that fit both vendor and retailer.