Mit Simms was born in Rockford, Alabama, and later relocated to Arizona Territory. He held various roles, including serving as the 2nd Treasurer of Arizona in multiple terms and as the 2nd Secretary of State of Arizona. Simms also served on the Arizona Corporation Commission and participated in several political campaigns. His professional background includes experience as a dry goods salesman, Graham County recorder, farmer, and rancher.

Mit Simms's political career, spanning various roles from treasurer to delegate, reveals a deeply rooted commitment to regional stability and continuity. His repeated election to the treasurer's office suggests a calculated approach to fiscal management, possibly prioritizing local economic interests over broader state policies. Simms's consistent engagement with the Arizona Corporation Commission indicates a focus on regulatory frameworks that balance industry needs with public welfare, hinting at an ideological flexibility that aligns with local economic imperatives. Despite multiple electoral losses, Simms's persistence and varied roles suggest a strategic, almost chess-like political maneuvering that values long-term regional influence over short-term electoral gains.