As quoted from Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), "The Outstanding Professional of the Year Award is the highest award bestowed by PRC upon a professional as recommended by his/her peers for having amply demonstrated professional competence of the highest degree and conducted himself/herself with integrity in the exercise of his/her profession, participated meaningfully in professional activities through the professional organization, contributed significantly to the advancement of the profession, and contributed significantly to the effective discharge of the profession's social responsibility through meaningful contribution/ participation in socio-related activities."
The awarding ceremonies will be held on 19 June 2009, 5 p.m. at the Fiesta Pavilion, Manila Hotel.